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Business Law West Lothian

How to comply with the law and details of lawyers and organisations who can help you locally.

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Complying with the law must be one of your most important considerations and you may need to consult a solicitor to ensure that any legal decisions are made with full knowledge of the Laws that may affect your business.

This section should give you a good overview some of the most important issues. However, commercial law can be complex and we would strongly advise you to contact a local lawyer before committing yourself to any legally binding contracts.

Can you help start-ups in West Lothian?

If so, your logo, company details and link to your site could be here!

If you are based in in West Lothian or offer a product or service which could help existing local businesses and start-ups, we would love you to help you reach them. Our aim is to increase the chances of every new business's success by highlighting the help that is available in the area.

You are able to add a free listing or act as our recommended local partner for only £10 per year!

Local partners

We are happy to promote anyone who is prepared to offer friendly support to local start-ups.

Our local partners have been kind enough to help us and are keen to help you too.

Free startup guide

Start Your Own Business in West Lothian

Download the 2024 edition of our Free guide

An interactive step-by-step guide which also includes all of the most important subjects covered with links to useful articles and relevant contacts.

The idea of starting your own business can be incredibly exciting and who can blame you for being tempted?

However, the sad truth is that far too many new enterprises fail in the early stages. Our aim is to make sure that you don't become one of them.

This guide explains the key start-up subjects in simple English and points to where you can find help and support.

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Latest Articles

Operating with no legal advice taken!
From our two days at the Business Start Up Show it became clear from our survey a key point for new businesses was the costs involved in hiring a solicitor to check over or create employment contracts, supplier contracts and terms of business.
Partnership agreements explained
What you need to know about partnership agreements if you are thinking about goig into business as a partnership.
Company Directors/Bank and other Guarantees
It is fairly common for clients to view the required use of a solicitor by a Bank as just for the purpose of witnessing their signature.
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West Lothian Legal Help

Law Society of Scotland
Setting up your own business involves making some of the biggest decisions of your life. And before your new venture is up and running, there are even more day-to-day decisions to be made. A solicitor can guide you through this tricky process, protecting your business and helping you avoid costly pitfalls. With the legal and financial issues watertight, you can focus on what you do best - building a successful business.
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Local help for startups

There is plenty of help for startups in West Lothian but where can it be found?

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