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Legal Services

Bentleys Legal offers a comprehensive suite of commercial law services tailored for the unique needs of small to medium enterprises. Our team combines multidisciplinary expertise to ensure your legal matters are handled with precision and understanding.

Uncomplicated legal services for complex business challenges

We make complex legal matters understandable. Using clear, straightforward language, we deliver expert legal advice and support across all stages of the SME business lifecycle, ensuring you're equipped to make informed decisions for your business's future.

We speak your language

With a deep understanding of the SME sector, you can expect the following outcomes:

  • Clarity and accessibility in all our legal communications, making complex issues understandable
  • Specialised focus on SMEs, offering relevant, stage-appropriate legal and strategic advice
  • A multidisciplinary approach, leveraging expertise within the Bentleys Network
  • Proactive, forward-thinking strategies that anticipate challenges and identify opportunities

Navigate legal complexities

Our comprehensive legal advisory services include:

  • Strategic support for mergers, acquisitions and divestments, facilitating seamless transitions and expansions.
  • Expertise in private equity and venture capital investments to fuel your next phase of growth
  • Guidance in equity capital markets, enhancing your financial strategies
  • Effective dispute resolution and advice
  • Tax law and planning to ensure compliance

Looking for clear, jargon-free legal advice?   

Contact our team for comprehensive legal advisory services, ensuring your company’s growth, stability, and success. With our expertise in mergers, acquisitions, dispute resolution and more, we’ll help you make informed decisions that protect your business interests.

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Why our clients love working with us

See what our clients are saying about working with Bentleys.
My dealings with the Bentleys team have all been great. They provide knowledgeable and practical advice and are highly approachable.
Legal Sector Client
We feel welcomed at Bentleys and assured that the best possible team is looking after the unique needs of our property business at all times.
Property Sector Client
Bentleys has been our service provider since 1990, and the firm continues to be relevant and effective for our ongoing needs.
SME Business Owner

Frequently Asked Questions

Our legal team works closely with other Bentleys services to provide comprehensive solutions. For instance, we collaborate with our accounting team on tax law matters, and with our corporate finance team on merger and acquisition transactions. This integrated approach ensures you receive cohesive advice that considers all aspects of your business. When it comes to maximising a business sale, our legal team works in tandem with our valuation and tax experts to structure the deal optimally and protect your interests throughout the process.

Through our network and partnerships, we can assist with various international legal matters, including cross-border transactions and international contracts. Additionally, we provide comprehensive personal legal planning services. This includes ensuring your estate plan is effective, taking into account both your personal and business assets to create a robust strategy that aligns with your wishes and minimises potential disputes.

Our legal team plays a crucial role in business acquisitions, conducting thorough due diligence and structuring the transaction to protect your interests. We offer both time-based and fixed-fee arrangements, depending on the complexity of the matter. Importantly, we help you identify warning signs when acquiring a business, such as undisclosed liabilities, regulatory issues, or intellectual property concerns. Our expertise ensures you’re fully informed before making any decisions, helping you avoid potential pitfalls in the acquisition process.

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