Written by Soumaya Eddridi, Associate Solicitor · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 16 September 2026 When preparing a UK immigration application, much of the attention naturally falls on whether you meet the requirements of the particular visa route. Do you meet the financial requirement? Do you have the right sponsorship? Is your relationship genuine? Have […]
Written by Soumaya Eddridi, Associate Solicitor · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 16 September 2026 One of the most common questions we receive from couples preparing a UK spouse visa application is whether they meet the financial requirement. You may already know about the £29,000 minimum income requirement, but the calculation is not always as […]
Written by Soumaya Eddridi, Associate Solicitor · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 16 September 2026 Adopting a child is often the culmination of years of hope, planning and emotional investment. For many families, particularly British citizens, there is also another important question that follows: Will my adopted child automatically become British? Many people assume that […]
Written by Soumaya Eddridi, Associate Solicitor · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 16 September 2026 Navigating the UK immigration system can be complex, particularly when English is not your first language. Being able to discuss your circumstances, concerns and immigration history in your own language can make an important difference. Soumaya Eddridi is an Arabic-speaking […]
Written by Fraz Butt, Senior Director · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 14 September 2026 A token’s regulatory classification depends principally on the rights, interests and economic characteristics it represents, rather than on the technology used to issue or transfer it. For example, a token referencing or providing rights in gold may fall within the […]
Written by Fraz Butt, Senior Director · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 8 September 2026 This startup legal guide covers the decisions that matter most as you build a business in the UK: choosing the right company structure, agreeing ownership with any co-founders, putting proper contracts in place, hiring your first employees, raising investment, and […]
Written by Fraz Butt, Senior Director · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 8 September 2026 Protecting your intellectual property means registering trademarks for your brand name and logo, understanding that copyright in original work arises automatically without registration, and knowing what steps to take if a competitor copies your work. Your brand name, logo, product […]
Written by Fraz Butt, Senior Director · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 8 September 2026 Before hiring your first employee at your startup business, a founder needs a written contract of employment, a small number of core policies, and an understanding of statutory obligations such as pension auto enrolment and the right to work checks. […]
Written by Fraz Butt, Senior Director · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 8 September 2026 Raising investment as a UK startup business usually involves agreeing a term sheet with an investor, which sets out the key commercial terms, followed by formal legal documents including a subscription agreement and an updated shareholders agreement, and often involves […]
