Corporate Law Specialists — Fixed Fees, Clear Advice
Pacific Law advises founders, directors, shareholders and growing businesses on the corporate law matters that protect what you’ve built. From shareholders’ agreements to share buybacks, company formations to business acquisitions, our corporate law team delivers experienced, commercially-minded advice at fixed prices, agreed before we start work.
What Is Corporate Law?
Corporate law governs the creation, ownership, operation and transfer of companies. In practical terms, it covers the legal relationships between a company and its directors, shareholders and partners — and the transactions that change them, such as issuing shares, buying out co-owners, or selling a business.
Unlike general commercial law (which covers day-to-day trading contracts), corporate law deals with the ownership and control of the company itself. If your question involves shares, directors, ownership stakes or buying and selling businesses, you need corporate law expertise.
Our Corporate Law Services
Shareholders’ Agreements
A shareholders’ agreement protects both majority and minority owners. We draft agreements covering voting rights, dividend policy, share transfers, deadlock resolution and exit provisions. Whether you’re setting one up at company formation or untangling a dispute between existing shareholders, we’ll ensure your position is protected. Read more about our Shareholders’ Agreement service.
Business Acquisitions & Sales (M&A)
Buying or selling a business is one of the most significant transactions you’ll ever undertake. Our corporate law team advises on share purchases, asset purchases, due diligence, warranties and indemnities, and completion mechanics — with fixed fees agreed upfront so the legal cost never jeopardises the deal.
Share Buybacks
A company purchase of own shares must follow strict statutory procedures under the Companies Act 2006. Errors can invalidate the buyback and create serious tax consequences. We handle the full process: board and shareholder approvals, contracts, solvency statements and filings at Companies House.
Partnership Agreements
Whether you’re forming a new partnership, converting to an LLP, or formalising an existing arrangement, a well-drafted partnership agreement prevents disputes before they arise. We cover profit shares, decision-making, departure terms, restrictive covenants and dissolution.
Company Formation & Restructuring
We incorporate companies, amend articles of association, issue new share classes, appoint and remove directors, and restructure ownership for investment or succession.
Director Duties & Governance
Directors owe statutory duties under the Companies Act 2006 — including duties to promote the success of the company, avoid conflicts of interest and exercise reasonable care. We advise directors on compliance, disputes and removal, and act swiftly where breaches threaten the business.
Who we Advise
- Founders and co-founders at company formation
- Directors of limited companies
- Majority and minority shareholders
- Partners and LLP members
- SMEs preparing for investment, growth or exit
We have particular experience with businesses in the technology sector (including blockchain) and the healthcare sector, including medical equipment suppliers.
How Much Do Corporate Law Services Cost?
Traditional firms typically charge by the hour, making it impossible to budget. At Pacific Law, wherever we can, we offer fixed fees agreed before work begins.
Indicative pricing:
| Service | Starting From |
|---|---|
| Shareholders’ agreement (drafting) | £1,000.00 |
| Partnership agreement (drafting) | £900.00 |
| Share buyback | £2,000.00 |
| Company formation with bespoke articles | £500.00 |
| Business acquisition/sale | Quoted individually |
Every matter is unique. Call us on 0800 066 2219 and we’ll provide a fixed quote by the next working day.
Our Corporate Law Process
- Initial Query. Tell us about your business and what you need. We’ll confirm we’re the right fit.
- Fixed-fee quote. You’ll receive a written quote — no hourly rates, no surprises.
- Client care letter. Sign, place monies on account, and we begin.
- Drafting and advice. We prepare the documents and explain the key clauses in plain English.
- Completion and filing. We handle execution, Companies House filings and record-keeping, keeping you compliant after the deal is done.
Why Choose Pacific Law for Corporate Law?
- Fixed fees — budget with confidence and protect your cash flow
- Experienced corporate lawyers without City-firm overheads — we pass the savings to you
- Commercially-minded advice — we take time to understand your business and sector
- Fast turnaround — first drafts typically within 7 working days
- UK-wide service — corporate work handled remotely for clients across Great Britain and internationally
About Pacific Law
Pacific Law provides high-quality legal advice and drafting at sensible, fixed prices. We are an unregulated legal services provider — we are not authorised or regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. All corporate drafting and advisory services described on this page are unreserved legal activities which we are permitted to provide. Where a matter requires a reserved legal activity or court representation, we shall tell you clearly and refer you to a suitably regulated professional. This transparency keeps our overheads low and our fees fair.
Corporate Law FAQs
How much does a corporate law solicitor cost?
Most corporate solicitors charge £250.00–£500.00+ per hour in the UK, making costs unpredictable. Pacific Law offers a different model: fixed fees agreed before work begins, with shareholders’ agreements starting from £1,000.00. Call 0800 066 2219 for an exact quote.
Do I need a solicitor for a shareholders’ agreement?
You are not legally required to use a solicitor, but a shareholders’ agreement is a technical document where drafting errors can prove costly in a dispute. An experienced corporate lawyer will make sure deadlock provisions, share transfer restrictions and exit mechanisms actually protect you. Pacific Law drafts shareholders’ agreements at fixed fees, typically delivering a first draft within 7 working days.
How much does a solicitor charge for a share buyback?
Solicitors’ fees for a company share buyback typically range from £2,000.00 to £5,000.00+ depending on complexity, because strict Companies Act 2006 procedures must be followed. Pacific Law handles buybacks from £2,000.00 on a fixed-fee basis.
Can I write my own partnership agreement?
You can, but a DIY agreement often fails precisely where it matters — on departure, deadlock or dissolution. A professionally drafted partnership agreement anticipates the disputes you can’t foresee, from £900.00 on a fixed fee.
How long does it take to draft a shareholders’ agreement?
For most SMEs, we provide a first draft within 7 working days of taking your instructions. More complex agreements involving investors or multiple share classes can take longer.
Can a company buy back its own shares?
Yes — a UK limited company can purchase its own shares under the Companies Act 2006, but strict statutory procedures must be followed, including solvency statements and special resolutions. Mistakes can invalidate the buyback, so professional advice is essential.
What’s the difference between corporate law and commercial law?
Commercial law covers day-to-day trading contracts (supply terms, NDAs, franchise agreements). Corporate law covers the ownership and control of the company itself — shares, directors, governance and business sales.
Do I need a shareholders’ agreement if I own 50% of the company?
Yes. Without one, a 50/50 deadlock has no agreed exit mechanism, and statutory fallback rules may not reflect your intentions. A shareholders’ agreement is cheapest to put in place at the start, before disputes arise.
Can you remove a director from a company?
A director can usually be removed by ordinary resolution of the shareholders, but the process must follow the Companies Act 2006 and the company’s articles. Wrongful removal can trigger compensation claims. We advise on the full process, from notice through to Companies House filing.
Are you regulated solicitors?
No. Pacific Law is an unregulated legal services provider, which means we are not authorised or regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Corporate drafting and advisory work is an unreserved legal activity that we are fully permitted to provide — and being unregulated means lower overheads and fixed, transparent fees for you.
Do you work with clients outside Manchester?
Yes. While we’re based in Manchester, our corporate work is conducted for clients across the UK and internationally, with documents and meetings handled remotely.
Ready to Protect Your Business?
Call our corporate law team on 0800 066 2219 (Mon–Fri, 9:00am–5:30pm) or email hello@pacificlaw.co.uk for a free consultation and fixed-fee quote.