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It’s summer, and no doubt we'll all be indulging in our favourite ice-cream trying to keep cool. So, whilst you're rifling through the dessert freezer in the local supermarket just consider that most of those brands are now owned by the biggest ice-cream company in the world. Yes, Ben & Jerrys, Cornetto, Wall's, Carte D'or, even Viennetta the stalwart of every dinner party since the 80's and Fab lollies a classic since the 60's. The Scoop In late 2025, Unilever completed th

Imagine a small business owned by two shareholders equally. Everything is running well, decisions are being shared and trust is strong, but one of the shareholders dies or is incapacitated through long term illness. It sounds grim but these sorts of circumstances can arise and need to be addressed. Who has the authority to make decisions without them? Can the remaining owner still move the business forward freely? What happens to profits while the position of the business is

⚠️Imagine this scenario Your business is thriving and you decide the time might be right to sell. Interest comes in, conversations with a potential buyer start well and the early valuation discussions are encouraging. Then the legal due diligence process begins. 📈To you, the seller: · The numbers look good and the business appears financially healthy. · Revenue is strong and sales are solid and growing. · Customers are loyal and repeat business and rel

⚖️Forewarned is Forearmed For many people, buying or selling a business is a once-in-a-lifetime event. Legal terms alone can feel overwhelming and worries about fairness or “getting it wrong” can create real stress. Being well-prepared is just as important as understanding the legalities. When both sides know what to expect, transactions are smoother, quicker, and far less stressful especially when a single legal advisor is guiding both parties. 📊Preparing as a Buyer Clari