Retail and
Leisure
Solicitors

From corporate governance and M&A, to restructuring and unlocking new finance channels, there are many areas in which retail and leisure business require proactive legal advice. The support from solicitors needs to be focused to meet your needs, while the advice given should be clear, direct and understandable. This is where we excel.

Our commercial department handles issues regarding contracts, data protection, and the handling of sensitive information. “Business as usual” support is offered as standard, meaning you can call on us whenever the need arises. The Thursfields team regularly works with buyers, sellers, and investors; and represent businesses that range from private equity and startups to public companies and national corporations. Whatever you’re looking to achieve, we are here for you.

Commercial disputes within the retail and leisure sector can vary wildly in nature. Whether it’s a breakdown between supplier and client, potential breaches of contract, or a disagreement amongst shareholders, commercially-astute legal advice is required to protect the interests of your business. It’s also true that prevention is better than a cure, so it’s important to draft well-drawn contracts that clearly define the rights and responsibilities of all parties, to help avoid ambiguity.

Thursfields is committed to putting the needs of our clients above all else. We adopt a holistic approach to our legal advice. Our leisure and retail solicitors can provide the legal advice you need to succeed — from drawing up new contracts to mediation and litigation proceedings if something goes wrong. When it comes to dispute resolution, we always aim for the most efficient resolution. This is why we’ll strive to secure a positive outcome through mediation wherever possible, and we have a successful track record of doing so.

The retail and leisure industry is nothing without its dedicated employees. Often the success of a business can rest on its workforce, meaning it’s essential their needs are met and they feel valued within the organisation. It can be a delicate balancing act to counter-weigh the requirements of your staff and those of your business, so you need to seek legal advice that is results-oriented, but is also capable of understanding your unique situation.

Our retail and leisure lawyers can help with all types of employment matters. From ensuring you have the relevant policies and procedures in place, to providing targeted HR advice. We can also take care of the more challenging aspects of proceedings, such as tribunal litigation, disciplinary action, or redundancies. Whatever your goals, the Thursfields team will make them happen.