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For over 100 years we have been providing commercially driven strategic advice to start-ups, SMEs, PLCs and large multinationals, working in partnership with each client as a trusted advisor to tailor a solution to your need. We’re here for you whenever you call on us.

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Our solicitors in Reading and London have extensive expertise across all commercial law disciplines working together as a collaborative team to support businesses, institutions and individuals.

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“The Real Estate team have a pragmatic and forthright approach to their deals. They always respond quickly and push deals through in good time.”
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“Clarkslegal has a strong partner presence, meaning that the quality of the legal and tactical advice is exceptional. They have some truly excellent fee earners that are not just lawyers, but experts in the sectors that they practise in. The firm focuses its efforts on what it does best.”

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“I really enjoy working with Clarkslegal. My questions are answered quickly and comprehensively and they have the best interests of my business at heart.”

Chambers and Partners

“A great team of professionals that genuinely get to know your business and the key stakeholders which enables them to provide appropriate advice and risk analysis.”

Legal 500

“Clarkslegal are head and shoulders above other lawyers – attentive, helpful and knowledgeable. I’ve used many firms in my business career and Clarkslegal are superior in the service areas they cover.”

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Clarkslegal is one of the founding members of TAGLaw, a leading international alliance of high-quality, independent law firms, which gives us access to a worldwide network of excellent legal experts.

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  • 14 September 2023
  • Immigration

Entrepreneurial Dreams: What is the Innovator Founder Visa?

In an era defined by innovation and entrepreneurship, the United Kingdom has made a substantial effort towards fostering its reputation as a global hub for start-ups and innovators. The introduction of the UK’s ‘Innovator Founder’ route has marked a pivotal moment in the country’s immigration policy.
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  • 11 September 2023
  • Corporate and M&A

Changes to the tax treatment of Employee Ownership Trusts

The government published a consultation on 18 July 2023 seeking the public’s views on its proposals to reform the tax treatment of Employee Ownership Trusts and Employee Benefit Trusts. Parties are invited to express their opinions via email via the government website until the consultation closes on 25 September 2023.
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  • 08 September 2023
  • Immigration

Navigating the Latest Immigration Rules for Overstayers in the UK: A Comprehensive Guide for 2023

Staying beyond the expiration of your UK visa is a serious matter that, in most cases, can result in significant and long-lasting repercussions.

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  • 07 September 2023
  • Employment

Birmingham Council Equal Pay Claims – How did it go so wrong?

This week, Birmingham City Council formally declared itself in financial difficulty. It issued a Section 114 Notice which states that it has insufficient resources to meet its expenditures and is unable to agree on any solution which would provide suitable funding.
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  • 24 August 2023
  • Immigration

Recruiting internationally: Employing overseas workers

To employ individuals from overseas, with the exception of Irish nationals, it is imperative to ensure compliance with specific prerequisites and initiate the formal permission procedure.
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  • 23 August 2023
  • Litigation and dispute resolution

Freehold Block Management – Regulation of ASTs

This guide is correct as at July 2023. The upcoming Renters Reform Bill will, once passed into law, introduce significant changes to ASTs and an up to date guide will be published in due course.

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