An overview of the most important legal considerations for a foreign person or organisation wanting to do business in England and Wales (the law in Scotland and Northern Ireland may differ).

It describes aspects of the basic law relating to companies, partnerships, LLPs, distribution and agency relationships, financing business, taxation, intellectual property rights, e-commerce, freedom of information and data protection, the acquisition of property in the UK, planning, investment business,  competition law, licensing, and employment law. It  should not be relied upon as providing legal advice. Our firm has substantial experience in advising overseas organisations on UK matters and we can offer assistance in detail on any of the topics raised. Please call Toby Stroh, Druces LLP’s head of Corporate & Commercial law for more information.