Business & Commercial Law

Expert solicitors offering tailored business legal services

At Mayo Wynne Baxter, we understand that running a business means managing a range of legal responsibilities. Whatever the size of your business – a new start-up, a family-owned business or a larger enterprise, our team is here to simplify the legal side of things.

We take the time to get to know how your business operates so we can offer clear, practical legal advice. Our clients return to us because of our ability to make complex legal matters easy to understand and act on, helping them move forward with confidence.

How we can help your business

Running a business involves more than just providing a great product or service—it’s about ensuring you’re legally protected and set up for long-term success. From shareholder and partnership agreements to employment matters and commercial property issues, our team can assist with the day-to-day legal aspects of your business.
We can help in not only being legally compliant, but also work with you to protect your interests and add value to your business relationships with others through the terms of the contracts you have in place with them.

We work with clients across industries, providing clear and actionable advice that fits your needs. Whether you’re growing, restructuring or managing disputes, we’re here to ensure you have the support needed to achieve your goals.

Our areas of expertise include:

• Business structuring and governance: Offering advice on shareholder agreements, articles of association, partnership and joint venture agreements, to ensure your business is built on a solid foundation and that everyone is clear on their roles.
• Commercial agreements: Drafting and negotiating contracts that protect your interests, including employment, standard terms of business, agency and distribution agreements, purchase and sales agreements.
• Commercial property: Assisting with property acquisitions, leases and sales, whether it is for investment or ensuring your business has the right space to grow.
• Disputes and litigation: Providing expert support when disputes arise, including contractual disagreements, debt recovery and corporate litigation.
• Growth and exit strategy: Guiding you through key business events such as mergers, acquisitions, management buyouts, share subscriptions and reorganisations to help you achieve your strategic goals.
• Industry-specific expertise: From agricultural law to e-commerce, we understand the specific needs of different industries and offer tailored solutions for each.

Whatever challenges your business faces, we’re here as your partner, helping you succeed. Our approach is always straightforward and focused on your business’s best interests.