For Founders
At Impact Lawyers, we’re here to help founders build and grow their businesses with confidence. Our experienced solicitors provide clear, practical legal advice across all areas of business law, ensuring your startup is built on solid ground from day one.
Our Services for Founders
We offer tailored legal support in the areas that matter most:
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Business Formation and Structuring: We help you choose the right legal structure—whether a sole trader, partnership, or limited company - and take care of the setup, including incorporation, shareholder agreements, and articles of association.
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Intellectual Property Protection: From trademarks to trade secrets, we’ll help protect your brand and innovations. Our IP services include registration, licensing, and enforcement.
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Employment Law and HR Support: We guide you through employment law and help you create a compliant, inclusive workplace. Services include employment contracts, staff handbooks, and advice on employee rights.
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Commercial Contracts and Agreements: We draft, review, and negotiate contracts - whether with suppliers, partners, or customers—ensuring your interests are protected and risks are minimised.
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Fundraising and Investment: We support you through funding rounds with advice on term sheets, investor agreements, and regulatory compliance, so you can raise with confidence.
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Regulatory Compliance: We help you stay compliant with sector-specific regulations and reduce legal risk as you scale.
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Access to Tech-Driven Support: We connect you to legal and operational tech tools to help streamline your business and support sustainable growth.
For Investors
We work with angel investors, VCs, and family offices to provide strategic legal support that ensures investments are sound, well-structured, and aligned with long-term goals.
Our Services for Investors
We help investors make smart, legally secure decisions with services including:
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Investment Structuring and Strategy: We advise on structuring your investments for maximum returns and reduced risk, including tax-efficient vehicles and long-term strategy.
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Due Diligence: Our team conducts thorough legal, financial, and operational reviews so you can invest with clarity and confidence.
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Regulatory Compliance: We help you navigate complex regulations—from securities laws to AML requirements—to ensure compliance and avoid pitfalls.
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Contract Drafting and Negotiation: We prepare and negotiate investment agreements, shareholder agreements, and other critical contracts that safeguard your position.
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Risk Management: Our legal risk reviews help you anticipate and mitigate potential issues before they become problems.
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Exit Strategies: Whether you're planning an acquisition, IPO, or secondary sale, we provide legal advice to help you exit on your terms.
Key Contact
For expert assistance and tailored solutions, contact:
Kevin Withane
Head of Founder Services
kevin.withane@impactlawyers.co.uk
07395 253310
Testimonials
Discover how we’ve made a difference for our clients:
"Impact's team provided invaluable support during our company formation. Their attention to detail and proactive approach ensured everything went smoothly. Highly recommend!"
"We worked with Impact on our fundraising efforts, and their expertise was evident throughout the process. They handled all legal aspects efficiently, allowing us to focus on our business."
"The team at Impact helped us protect our intellectual property. Their strategic advice and practical solutions were key to achieving a favourable outcome."
"Impact's guidance on our employment law matters was exceptional. They navigated the legal complexities with ease, ensuring we met all regulatory requirements."
Business Updates
Stay informed with the latest Business updates and insights from our team via our News and Insights page
Why Use Us
Choosing Impact means:
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Partnering with a team that combines expertise with real-world business understanding and an understanding of what makes people tick.
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Accessing practical, cost-effective solutions tailored to your needs.
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Receiving responsive and proactive support to address challenges effectively.
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You will also be supporting a legal and business services firm which ensures that the working arrangements and work-life balance of the consultants is a healthy and happy one, enabling them to provide a better service to you.
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By working with us you will help support our community impact initiatives which you can read more about here.
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We are dedicated to delivering results that empower your business to thrive.
How We Act for Our Clients
Our approach is client-focused and collaborative. We:
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Listen to your unique needs and challenges.
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Provide clear, actionable advice without unnecessary jargon.
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Develop tailored strategies to mitigate risks and achieve your objectives.
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Work as an extension of your team to ensure seamless support.
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Consider the legal, financial and human in our risk analysis and decision making.
Related Services
Expand your capabilities with our additional legal and business services:
Legal:
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Employment Law and HR Support
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Employment Law & HR Training
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Corporate & M&A
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Commercial & Technology
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Intellectual Property
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Data Protection
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Immigration Law
Business:
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For Investors
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HR Support
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Employment Law and HR Training
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Leadership and Management Training and Development
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Commercial Business Advice
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Directors’ Duties and Corporate Governance
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Financial Services & Fin Tech
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ESG
Contact Impact today to discover how we can support your business with tailored legal and business solutions that deliver real impact.