Corporate governance and strategic business advisory

From day-to-day decisions to big-picture plans, we help you run and grow your business the right way.

Whether you’re expanding, restructuring or preparing for a sale, Haddletons gives you the legal and strategic support to move forward with less stress and fewer surprises.

Governance & corporate services

Advice on implementing and maintaining governance frameworks that meet legal requirements and reflect industry standards
  • Reviewing and updating industry standards
  • Supporting compliance with the UK Corporate Governance Code
  • Drafting and reviewing internal policies and procedures
  • Director duties and responsibilities guidance
  • Risk management and oversight support

Ongoing support to meet statutory requirements and maintain good standing with Companies House.
  • Preparing and filing confirmation statements and annual accounts
  • Maintaining statutory registers
  • Drafting board and shareholder resolutions
  • Managing company incorporations and changes to structure
  • Registered office and compliance monitoring

Practical guidance and administrative support to help boards operate efficiently and make informed decisions.
  • Preparing agendas and board packs
  • Attending meetings and drafting minutes
  • Advising on governance procedures during meetings
  • Director onboarding and refresher training
  • Bespoke training on director responsibilities and compliance

Support with managing investor relationships and handling shareholder communications and agreements.
  • Drafting and reviewing shareholder agreements
  • Managing investor communications and updates
  • Advising on shareholder rights and disputes
  • Supporting capital raising and investment rounds
  • Preparing for AGMs and EGMs
     

Strategic business advisory services

Legal and strategic support for buying, selling or reshaping a business – from early planning through to completion.
  • Legal due diligence and risk assessment
  • Drafting and negotiating sale and purchase agreements
  • Group restructuring and reorganisation
  • Shareholder and investor communications
  • Transitional support post-sale or acquisition

Guidance through the legal and administrative steps required to close a company properly and efficiently.
  • Advising on solvent and insolvent closures
  • Managing board and shareholder approvals
  • Drafting resolutions and formal notices
  • Liaising with HMRC and Companies House
  • Employee redundancy and TUPE compliance
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