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Preserving a farming legacy through strategic partnership planning

The Herrington Carmichael Corporate team advised the partners of a long-established family farming partnership on the preparation of a bespoke…

Banking & Finance

Financing an acquisition through debt: five key considerations for borrowers

Debt finance has re‑emerged as a mainstream option for UK business acquisitions. With lender confidence improving and structures becoming more…

Corporate Law

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Technology Due Diligence in M&A: Identifying Hidden Risks in Tech Transactions

Technology driven acquisitions can deliver rapid growth, valuable intellectual property and access to scalable platforms. However, they also carry a…

Corporate Law

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Selling Your Business to an EOT: Advanced Structuring and Valuation Considerations

Employee Ownership Trusts (EOTs) are becoming an increasingly attractive option for business owners looking to plan for succession, preserve company…

Corporate Law

Sale of established childcare business to an employee ownership trust (EOT)

Sophie Protheroe, Senior Solicitor in Herrington Carmichael’s Corporate team, advised the founders of Dimples Day Nursery Limited, a well-established childcare…

Banking & Finance

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Financial Covenants in Facility Agreements: A Guide for Borrowers

Financial covenants are the lender’s early warning system. They are designed to monitor a borrower’s financial health throughout the life…

Corporate Law

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CS01 Confirmation Statement Pitfalls: Common Mistakes Companies Make

A confirmation statement (CS01) is a document that companies must file at least annually with Companies House, which reflects the…

Company Secretary

Identity Verification at Companies House: What Directors and PSCs Need to Know

Under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA) Companies House is taking a significantly stronger stance on corporate transparency,…

Company Secretary

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Why directors are turning to Authorised Corporate Service Providers (ACSPs)

Directors are increasingly exposed to regulatory scrutiny under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA), particularly in relation to…