There are many reasons why someone might sell a pub or restaurant. You may be ready to step into retirement, or you might have found that the business is no longer sustainable. Whatever the motivation, the process can often feel daunting and complex. Alongside presenting your business well and negotiating the right deal, there are several legal issues that can derail or devalue a sale if not managed properly.

The corporate and commercial solicitors at Scott Bailey have created this guide, highlighting the five most common pitfalls sellers encounter and how to avoid them with the right advice.


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If you’re considering selling a pub or restaurant, our selling a business checklist explains how to prepare, market and sell a business in the UK, helping you understand what to expect at each stage of the process.

How we can help

We hope this guide has helped you better understand some of the key legal pitfalls to avoid when selling a pub or restaurant. When you’re ready to take the next step, our specialist business sale solicitors can guide you through the transaction, helping you achieve the best possible outcome whilst protecting your interests throughout the sale. Get in touch today to get started.

Ben Ironmonger

Partner and Head of Corporate and Commercial

This article was written by Ben Ironmonger, Partner and Head of the Corporate and Commercial and Marine departments at Scott Bailey LLP. Ben advises business owners, SMEs and marine clients on corporate transactions, commercial contracts, company structures, intellectual property and business sales and purchases.

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