Felicity Hart, Solicitor

There is no such thing as a daft question – so go ahead and ask.

Take advice early on. It saves time, money, stress and disappointment later.

There is no such thing as winners and losers. The best, most successful deals happen when all parties get something positive out of them.

How long will the transaction take?

Never underestimate the time a transaction can take. We will always help you complete a transaction in as short a time as we can.

Do you have a standard shareholders agreement?

There is no ‘one-size fits all’. The relationship between shareholders is individual to each business and, as such, every agreement is different. We tailor each agreement to suit the specific needs of each client.

Do you think I should get an agreement in writing?

Always! Verbal communication can lead to uncertainty and unnecessary disagreements. Always get any kind of agreement in writing – even if it’s only a page long.