Starting Up and Company Formation

Choosing the right structure and getting the paperwork right at the outset sets the tone for how a business will be owned, managed and funded. This area focuses on the documents you need to form a new business, record the early decisions of its owners and directors, and put in place basic governance from day one.

It covers the main structures used by SMEs, including sole traders, private companies limited by shares, partnerships, limited liability partnerships (LLPs) and joint ventures between existing businesses. The templates are drafted so they can be scaled up or down to match the size, complexity and risk profile of your organisation.

WHAT DOES THIS SECTION COVER?

You can use this area to:

✅ document the formation of a new private company and its early decisions
✅ put in place agreements between founders, directors, partners or members
✅ set up joint venture arrangements between existing businesses
✅ adopt core corporate policies and statements for a new or growing business

The templates are drafted so they can be adapted to the size and complexity of your organisation.

WHEN SHOULD YOU USE THESE TEMPLATES?

These templates will be helpful if you are:

starting a new business and deciding on the most appropriate structure
forming a private company with one or more directors
documenting the relationship between business partners or LLP members
setting up a joint venture with another company or individual
introducing basic company policies and statements at an early stage
formalising how deeds and contracts will be signed on behalf of the business

They are designed for typical SME start-up and early-stage scenarios. More complex or regulated structures may require bespoke advice and documentation.

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