Videos

Articles of Association, a Founders Agreement and a Shareholders Agreement can sound like three versions of the same thing, and many founders aren't sure which one they actually need. The answer is that they're not alternatives: each plays a different role, and together they form the legal foundations of a growing business. In this video, we explain what each document does and when you might need it. We cover why the standard model articles may stop being enough as you…

When co-founders start a business, deciding who gets what share of the company is one of the first big decisions they'll make, and one of the most important. Get it right and you create alignment and a clear path for growth. Get it wrong and you risk disputes, resentment and a business that struggles to attract investment. In this video, we walk through a structured way to approach the equity split by weighing up each founder's financial contribution, role and…

When co-founders start a business, splitting the shares equally on day one can feel like the natural thing to do. But what happens if one founder leaves after six months, or stops contributing while the others keep building? In this video, we explain how vesting agreements make sure equity is earned over time and reflects each founder's real contribution. We cover the difference between traditional vesting and reverse vesting (often the preferred route for UK founders), how "dead equity" can…

An Overview of the Shareholders Agreement from a Shareholder Agreement Solicitor In “A Beginners Guide to the Shareholder Agreement", Solicitor Mark Glenister introduces the key role that a shareholders’ agreement plays in governing relationships between shareholders and protecting a company’s future. He frames it as a bespoke “rule book” for good times and bad, explaining how it complements a company’s articles of association (which are public) by allowing confidential, tailored terms. The video walks through the critical concerns founding shareholders…

This is a recording of the webinar which took place on 28 March 2024. Watch the webinar to gain invaluable insights into Employee Share Option Schemes (ESOS) and Enterprise Management Incentive (EMI) schemes. Designed for business leaders, HR professionals, and financial decision-makers, this session aims to demystify the complexities surrounding these incentive programs. https://youtu.be/LKlsukgTD1s Key Contacts JP Irvine: [email protected]

A limited liability company protects the personal assets of the shareholders but that can often hinder finance options so business owners often become Personal Guarantors. So what exactly are the implications of becoming a Personal Guarantor? In this short video JPP's Managing Partner Mark Glenister explains ........

Limited Companies are the vehicle of choice for most owner managed businesses. In our latest video we look at limited liability - it does what it says on the tin!

So you have decided that you need to hire a lawyer. Here are some tips on how to find the right one and what you should expect in your initial conversations.

Sweat equity, it sounds really unpleasant doesn't it? But what is it, and how does it work? Our short video gives you the basics.

So, you've got your limited company set up. How many different hats do you need to wear to cover all your responsibilities?