by | Mar 9, 2022 | All Articles, Business, Commercial Law, International Women's Day, Jackie Watts
From a personal perspective I’ve never felt my gender ever held me back from doing what I wanted & achieving my goals in life. I am a Director of a female led and founded Law Firm in the City, doing a job I love as well as being a mother, wife, daughter and...
by | Oct 18, 2018 | All Articles, Commercial Property, Jackie Watts
Blockchain and smart contracts 101 There are a number of question marks over blockchain security, dispute resolution and data protection compliancy. Should companies take legal advice before engaging with this technology and what are the legal pitfalls? By Jacqueline...
by | Apr 10, 2017 | All Articles, Business Start-Up, Commercial Law, Jackie Watts
Funding and investment are words I hear daily as many of my clients start their enterprising journey. These words are used interchangeably, but I actually define these as very distinct opportunities. I fear many do not honestly understand the array of options...
by | Mar 17, 2017 | All Articles, Business Start-Up, Commercial Law, Jackie Watts
Many businesses need investment to be able to develop their product, launch it to market or expand into new countries. The common route is to get an equity share or bank loan – but whilst these are readily available options, they are not without pitfalls and...
by | Nov 19, 2015 | All Articles, Business Start-Up, Commercial Law, Jackie Watts
Are your trade secrets safe? Confidential information is non-public privileged information pertaining to a company’s business. Such information can include, trade secrets, proprietary information, know-how, technical, business or financial information and...
by | Nov 19, 2015 | All Articles, Business Start-Up, Commercial Law, Jackie Watts
Terms and Conditions (Ts & Cs) are an essential part of all businesses. They should provide clarity for customers and strike a fair balance to encourage business while offering you sufficient protection from the distraction and cost of disputes. Inadequately...
