United Kingdom: Corporate and Company Law

In a recent decision, the High Court held that a sole director and the company he controlled could together be liable for the tort of unlawful means conspiracy: LUX Films Ltd v Fowler & Anor [2026] EWHC 963 (KB).

Exclusive new data from GCs at the world’s top tech companies has revealed the most important factors governing their choice of external counsel – as well as highlighting the firms most effectively delivering on their demands.

Premium industrial manufacturing faces commoditization as Chinese competitors rapidly advance along the value chain, leveraging cost advantages and access to critical materials.

The Court of Appeal has ruled on the interpretation of board nomination rights in shareholder agreements, clarifying that a right to "nominate" a director constitutes an ongoing appointment power rather than a one-time proposal right.

A recent report challenges the conventional wisdom about investor-led climate action, arguing that asset managers and owners play only a supporting role in decarbonisation while government policy and technology development lead the way. The analysis examines whether private markets investors face similar constraints or possess greater agency to drive meaningful climate-related change through their portfolio companies.

Clare Brennan, Partner in our Corporate and Commercial department, examines the potential legal risks arising from workplace World Cup sweepstakes, which are often seen as harmless team‑building activities.

The Chartered Governance Institute has published updated guidance on accessing company shareholder registers, the London Stock Exchange is consulting on significant changes to streamline the AIM market, and the UK Government has re-introduced draft regulations to expand public access to trust information on the Register of Overseas Entities. These developments reflect ongoing efforts to modernize corporate governance frameworks and regulatory requirements across UK markets.

Belfast partners Ciara Fulton, Katey Dixon and Olivia O'Kane discuss Northern Ireland's thriving tech start-up ecosystem, the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on business development...

There are a number of potential tax advantages when using FICs, including Inheritance Tax, but these will vary depending on the size