What we’re about
We provide advice and guidance for startups and new business owners.
This group is for you if you want access to fully trained professionals to help you move forward in your business.
- Do you have questions about business which you're unsure about?
- Do you want to check the details regarding a specific issue in your business?
Come along to our Free Business Startup Clinics and ask all the questions you like.
We are here to help you get answers to your questions so your business can launch and grow successfully.
We will help you clarify any uncertainties about launching your new business.
Each session is led by fully trained professionals, including lawyers, accountants, finance officers and business coaches.
Everybody is welcome, whether you're just thinking about starting a new business or you have already launched.
If you have any questions before attending one of our events, contact Patrick Lauruol who is the group organiser.
We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you as part of the group!
Upcoming events
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•OnlineThe Startup Guide to SEIS & EIS - Raise More, Grow Faster
OnlineUnlock UK Government Investment Schemes to Supercharge Your Startup
Ready to raise serious money for your startup and give your investors unbeatable tax perks?
SEIS and EIS are the must-know schemes for any UK-based startup looking to scale fast. In this free live webinar, startup law expert Michael Buckworth cuts through the jargon and shows you exactly how to use these government-backed schemes to raise capital, attract investors and grow with confidence.
In this session, we’ll cover:
- What SEIS and EIS are and why they matter to startups
- SEIS vs EIS which one fits your company best
- How to get SEIS/EIS Advance Assurance (and why it’s crucial)
- How much you can raise under each scheme
- What investors want and how to attract them
- How to structure your funding round to stay compliant
- Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
Plus, get a practical overview of the application process, eligibility rules and what to do after your raise including issuing SEIS/EIS certificates and claiming tax relief.
Who should attend?
📈 Founders planning or preparing for investment
💸 Early-stage startups ready to scale
🔎 Entrepreneurs who want to understand what investors are looking for
🔓 Anyone interested in unlocking SEIS/EIS to grow faster
Why attend?
Because investors ask one question first:
“Do you have SEIS or EIS Advance Assurance?”
If you can’t answer confidently, this is the event for you.
You’ll leave with a clear action plan to secure investment and grow your business and we’ll answer your questions live.
Meet the Speaker: Michael Buckworth, the founder of Buckworths and author of Built on Rock, the entrepreneur's legal guide to start-up success. Michael makes complex startup law simple and provides actionable advice you can implement immediately.
Download Chapter One of Built on Rock for free and start building your business on solid legal foundations: click here1 attendee
•OnlineStartup Share Schemes: EMI vs Unapproved - Which Works for You?
OnlineAre you ready to build a team that’s as invested in your startup’s success as you are?
Whether you’re hiring your first employee, rewarding a long-time advisor, or planning a future exit, understanding share option schemes is critical for scaling smart.
Join Michael Buckworth, founder of Buckworths, the only law firm in the UK working exclusively with startups and high-growth businesses for an essential deep-dive into EMI and Unapproved Share Schemes. Discover which one fits your business and how to use them to attract, motivate and retain top talent.
What’s in Store for You?
EMI vs Unapproved: What’s the Difference?
Understand the key differences between the UK’s most popular option schemes and which one suits which type of team member.
EMI Essentials:
Learn about the eligibility criteria, tax benefits and requirements for the UK’s tax-advantaged EMI scheme.
Unapproved Schemes Explained:
Discover when and how to use unapproved options for advisors, consultants and international hires.
Legal + Tax Made Simple:
Break down the legal and tax implications in plain English, no jargon, no confusion.
How to Combine Schemes:
Find out how companies use EMI and Unapproved schemes together to create a flexible and scalable incentives strategy.
Practical Setup Tips:
Get guidance on how to structure and implement your scheme correctly from the start including valuations, vesting and cap tables.
Avoid Costly Mistakes:
Uncover the most common pitfalls founders make when granting options and how to stay compliant with HMRC.
Engage with the Expert
Got questions? Bring them to the open Q&A session with Michael Buckworth, expert startup lawyer.
Meet the Speaker: Michael Buckworth, the founder of Buckworths and author of Built on Rock, the entrepreneur's legal guide to start-up success. Michael makes complex startup law simple and provides actionable advice you can implement immediately.
Download Chapter One of Built on Rock for free and start building your business on solid legal foundations: click here1 attendee
Past events
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