We help founders and directors cut through complexity and lead with clarity
unique combination of business, legal and strategic support
At First Twenty Consulting Ltd, we are not just a consultancy; we are your strategic business partner. Based in the Southwest, we extend our services across the UK, supporting our clients in achieving their objectives with a focus on trademark IP, brand protection, and development.
With 20 years of experience as a commercial lawyer, we have worked with a wide range of clients, from startups to established brands, providing accessible and streamlined legal support. Our legal consultancy services are designed to lay the essential foundations for your business, ensuring it is built on a solid legal framework.
You may need our legal consultancy service for reasons such as:
- Updating Terms and Conditions – As your business evolves, so should your terms and conditions. We ensure these documents accurately reflect the nature of your business and comply with current regulations.
- Negotiating Shareholders’ Agreements – Clear agreements are crucial for maintaining good relationships between shareholders and preventing disputes.
- Re-organising Company Shares – Through various mechanisms, we help you manage and optimise your share structure for better control and efficiency.
- Facilitating Expansion via Franchising – Franchising can be a powerful growth strategy. We provide the legal expertise to navigate this complex process, helping you expand your brand successfully.
Trademark IP and Brand Protection Offer
In today’s competitive market, protecting your brand is more important than ever. At First Twenty, our current fixed price offers include:
- Trademark Registration and Protection – Safeguard your brand identity and intellectual property with our comprehensive trademark services. We ensure your trademarks are registered correctly and protected from infringement.
- Brand Development – Building a strong, recognisable brand is crucial for success. We help you develop and strengthen your brand, ensuring it stands out in the marketplace.
- Clearance Searches and Analysis – Carrying our a comprehensive review to assess whether a new brand will infringe existing IP or another brand, helping to avoid costly and embarrassing mistakes.
Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) and Deal Execution
With a proven track record in overseeing transactions valued between £1 and £120 million, we specialise in share sales, asset sales, and restructuring initiatives.
Our expertise spans commercial law, data protection, and intellectual property (IP), ensuring that every phase of the process, from due diligence through to final completion, is handled with precision and efficiency.
We provide:
- Smooth Deal Execution – Our experience ensures that your M&A transactions are executed efficiently, minimising disruptions to your business.
- Comprehensive Due Diligence – We conduct thorough due diligence to uncover potential risks and liabilities, protecting your interests.
- Expert Negotiation – Our expertise in negotiation helps you secure the best possible terms for your transactions, maximising value.
Interested? Contact Richard from First Twenty on richard.james@first20.co.uk or 07779135587
Alternatively, contact Hilton from BBX on hilton.harris@bbxworld.com or 020 3746 2917
