Kingsley Napley 24 HOUR SEARCH INVESTING IN THE UK We provide expert legal advice to help you make wise decisions throughout the investment process. FIND OUT HOW WE CAN HELP Home Situations Investing in the UK “Enormous experience and great depth of practice” Legal 500 UK The UK is one of the easiest countries in the world in which to do business, with transparent regulation, a respected legal system and low barriers to entry. Entrepreneurship is valued and promoted. Despite this welcoming environment and a lack of red tape, complex choices and decisions need to be made at an early stage. The process of setting up a business may seem confusing, so expert legal advice is needed. The right advice will help you strategically and commercially. We can help you decide how to structure and fund your business, where to locate, what kind of arrangements to make for business premises, how to deal with shareholders, directors, employees, customers, suppliers, agents and business competitors and much more. A poor decision in the early days may compromise your performance for years to come. So whether you want to set up a new business in the UK or invest in an existing one, whether you are an entrepreneur taking your first steps or a multinational corporation expanding your business, let us steer you in the right direction. +44 (0)20 7814 1200 Contact the team Nicolas Rollason IMMIGRATION Partner and Head of Department Email Nicolas James Fulforth CORPORATE AND COMMERCIAL Partner and Head of Department Email James Anthony Macpherson CORPORATE AND COMMERCIAL BANKING AND FINANCE Partner VIEW KEY CONTACTS Investing in the UK brochure Services Medical Cannabis: Licensing and Investment We advise corporates and individuals on all aspects of investing and licensing in cannabis industry. Startup Investments Our team specialises in startup and early stage company investments. We act for companies, investors, employees and founders. Corporate Transactions We provide cost-effective, pragmatic and personal advice to allow you to complete your corporate transaction. Dispute Resolution Dealing with a dispute professionally and commercially takes skill. We assist and support our clients with both legal knowledge and strategy. Employment Whether you are a business or a senior employee, our employment law specialists will give pragmatic and commercial advice. Global mobility and employment law International relocation is a challenge for multinationals and domestic employers. We advise on employment and immigration law. Immigration advice for Entrepreneurs and UK Startups Immigration advice for entrepreneurs looking to invest in, set up a subsidiary, relocate a business, or start a business in the UK. Prevention of Illegal Working We advise on setting up fully compliant systems, policies and processes to prevent illegal working, and we can carry out compliance audits. Property Investment We deal with high value transactions for businesses including portfolio acquisitions and disposals across all sectors ranging from commercial, industrial, office, residential, leisure and retail use. Real Estate Finance If you are looking for direct investment into your project or a tax efficient market vehicle, we know money makes the real estate world go round. Expanding Your Business into the UK Advising companies on opening offices in the UK and transferring and hiring new staff with a focus on the best strategic solutions. Setting up and Advising on your Company or LLP We will guide and support you in taking the necessary steps to establish or expand your business operations in the UK. Sponsoring and Hiring Foreign Nationals Support when sponsoring or hiring foreign nationals, from obtaining a sponsor licence to setting up immigration policies. Strategic Immigration Support for HR Teams A full range of immigration support services for HR teams, including on the points based system, sponsorship and compliance. Structuring for Investors and Entrepreneurs in the UK Whether in the start-up, next investment opportunity, day-to-day running or sale phase. We can guide you and your business. Let us take it from here. +44 (0)20 7814 1200 enquiries@kingsleynapley.co.uk CONNECT WITH KN LINKED IN TWITTER SUBSCRIBE TO OUR MAILING LIST Kingsley Napley Legal Notices Privacy Notice Fraud Warning Modern Slavery Statement Complaints Website Terms Cookie Policy Accessibility Site Map © Kingsley Napley LLP. All rights reserved. Authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, registration number 500046.