Gain essential insights into the formation, structure, and regulatory requirements of various business entities. Equip yourself with the knowledge to advise clients on selecting the right business vehicle, navigating incorporation processes, and understanding the legal intricacies of corporate governance. This is your go-to resource for practical guidance to enhance your corporate practice.
The following Corporate news provides comprehensive and up to date legal information on Corporate weekly highlights—7 August 2025
Separate legal personality and the corporate veilCorporate legal personality—the Salomon principleA properly formed registered company is a separate...
A company’s constitutionWhat is a company's constitution?A company’s 'constitution' is defined under the Companies Act 2006 (CA 2006) as...
Allotment and issue of shares—fundamentalsSTOP PRESS: A significant restructuring of the UK listing regime came into effect on 29 July 2024, which...
Private companies limited by sharesThis Practice Note summarises the main features of a private company limited by shares. It also covers key...
Forms of business vehicle—fundamentalsThere are many forms of business vehicle and it is important that the most appropriate form of vehicle is chosen to carry on a business; the choice of vehicle may have a bearing on the business’s success or failure.Not every vehicle will suit the needs and
Public companies limited by sharesThis Practice Note summarises the main features of a public company limited by shares. It also covers key differences with private companies limited by shares, and why a public company limited by shares might be chosen as a preferred business vehicle instead of
Companies limited by guaranteeA company limited by guarantee is a type of company with members who have undertaken to contribute to the assets of the company in the event of its being wound up. This Practice Note summarises the main features of a company limited by guarantee and why a guarantee
Private companies limited by sharesThis Practice Note summarises the main features of a private company limited by shares. It also covers key differences with public companies limited by shares, and why a private company limited by shares might be chosen as a preferred business vehicle instead of
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