Setting up a business can be complicated and, unless you’re an expert, it’s easy to make mistakes that can have serious and long-lasting implications. Seeking expert legal advice can help you avoid the many legal issues that can derail a new business. At Scott Bailey, we have extensive experience supporting startups and offer a range of services designed to help your business thrive, from our purpose-built affordable startup packages to bespoke services like protecting your intellectual property. If you’re unsure whether it’s worth investing in a startup lawyer, here are three common legal issues for startups it will help you avoid. Intellectual Property (IP) Infringement Most startups rely heavily on their IP without even realising it. If your business is built on a unique product, brand or idea and you fail to protect it from infringement, you can run into … Continue reading →

Launching a startup means making a lot of decisions. How will you fund it? What’s your go-to-market strategy? How do you hire the right people? It can feel overwhelming, especially when the decisions don’t fall within your area of expertise. Don’t panic, though. No one is an expert on all aspects of running a business. Anyone who tells you they are may be having you on 😉. Whilst it’s always worth seeking expert advice, often just knowing the right questions to ask can help you make the right decisions. In this guide, we’ll break down five important questions to help with the legal aspects of successfully launching a startup. How much does a startup lawyer cost? Before we get into the checklist, you’re probably wondering how much a startup lawyer costs. At Scott Bailey, in addition to our usual fixed … Continue reading →