Shareholder Disputes: Planning for the Worst – Episode 2

23 February 2026
Corporate and M&A

Are you a business owner? Don’t leave your company’s future to chance. In the second episode of our podcast series on shareholder disputes, we explore what happens when business partners disagree—and why a robust shareholders’ agreement is essential for protecting your business from costly conflicts and complicated breakups.

Join hosts Stuart Mullins, Corporate Partner at Clarkslegal, and Nicky Goringe Larkin, founder of Goringe Accountants, as they share practical insights, including:

How a shareholders’ agreement protects your business
Why mediation should be your first step
The financial and emotional impact of dissolving a company through the courts
Tips to secure your company’s future and goodwill

Whether you’re launching a start-up or looking to reinforce an established company, this episode delivers advice every business owner should hear.

To discuss any of the topics from this episode, please reach out to Stuart Mullins or Nicky Larkin—they’re ready to help.

Shareholder Disputes Series

Episode 1: Navigating the Challenges
Episode 2: Planning for the Worst

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Stuart Mullins

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About this podcast

Subject

Shareholder Disputes: Planning for the Worst – Episode 2
Author

Stuart Mullins
Expertise

Corporate and M&A
Participants

Nicky Goringe Larkin – Goringe Accountants
Published

23 February 2026

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