Business Details
26 Years
experience
Specialist Business Sale & Purchase Solicitors
True Legal Solicitors is a specialist law firm dedicated to advising business buyers and sellers across England and Wales. With over 25 years of combined experience, our team has completed more than 3,100 business transactions, offering tailored legal solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises. We focus exclusively on business sales, purchases, and associated commercial property work, ensuring clients receive expert guidance from experienced professionals. Our fixed-fee pricing model provides cost certainty, eliminating unexpected legal expenses. Recognised for our pragmatic approach, we work closely with business brokers and transfer agents to streamline transactions and prioritise client interests.Our team's sector-specific expertise spans professional services, leisure, healthcare, and e-commerce, among others. Client testimonials highlight our efficiency in resolving complex issues and delivering results under challenging circumstances. We maintain transparency through clear communication and jargon-free advice, ensuring clients understand every step of the process. Our holistic approach combines legal expertise with strategic commercial insights to maximise value for business owners. Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, we uphold the highest professional standards while maintaining a client-centric focus.
Services
Business Sales
Business Purchases
Commercial Property
Maritime Business
Corporate Transactions
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer fixed price legal fees with no unexpected costs
- Our team has completed over 3,100 business transactions
- We specialise exclusively in business sales and purchases
- We operate under Solicitors Regulation Authority authorisation
- Our solicitors provide sector-specific expertise across multiple industries
Associations and certifications
- Law Society
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Professional and efficient
Handled unexpected problems
Clear communication
Good value for money
Recommended to others
Services
Business Sales
We specialise in facilitating business sales with tailored legal support. Our solicitors handle transactions from initial negotiations to completion, ensuring optimal value for owners. With expertise in asset and share sales, we provide strategic advice to mitigate risks and maximise returns. Our fixed-fee model guarantees cost transparency throughout the process.
Business Purchases
Our team guides buyers through every stage of business acquisition. We conduct thorough due diligence, negotiate favourable terms, and structure tax-efficient deals. With sector-specific knowledge across multiple industries, we help investors identify opportunities while protecting their interests through robust contractual provisions.
Commercial Property
We handle commercial property aspects of business transactions, including lease transfers and freehold acquisitions. Our solicitors manage property due diligence and negotiate terms aligned with business objectives. This integrated approach ensures seamless completion of combined property and business deals.
Maritime Business
Our maritime law specialists handle yacht and superyacht transactions valued between 100,000 and 10 million. We manage legal aspects of boat sales, charter company transfers, and marine business acquisitions. With industry connections, we facilitate smooth transactions for complex maritime assets.
Corporate Transactions
We advise on corporate restructuring through share sales or asset transfers. Our solicitors draft shareholder agreements, negotiate warranties, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. This service supports business owners seeking strategic reorganisation or succession planning through controlled ownership transfers.
People
Martin Truman
Managing Director
With 25+ years' experience, Martin has overseen 3,100+ business transactions. He specialises in maximising business value for owners exiting their companies. His expertise covers complex corporate deals and commercial negotiations.
Hannah Cash
Solicitor
Maritime law expert leading our YachtingLawyers division. Specialises in yacht and superyacht transactions valued between 100,000-10 million. Former chair of British Marine South West with extensive industry connections.
Martin Gregory
Solicitor
20+ years' business law experience across Midlands and South West firms. Specialises in due diligence processes and commercial lease negotiations for business transactions. Provides detailed legal analysis during asset and share sales.
Allison Glanville
Business Support Manager
Manages office operations and client onboarding processes. Former Army contracts manager with expertise in compliance procedures. Oversees anti-money laundering protocols and transactional documentation management.
Kate Truman
Non-practising Solicitor
Former intellectual property specialist now focusing on sector research and marketing. Maintains industry knowledge across business sectors to support client advisory services and content development.
Questions
What areas do you cover for business transactions?
We operate nationwide across England and Wales, with particular expertise in Devon and London markets.
Do you offer fixed fee legal services?
Yes, we provide fixed fee pricing for all business transaction services with no unexpected additional charges.
How experienced is your team in business sales?
Our solicitors have completed over 3,100 business transactions with 25+ years' combined industry experience.
Can you handle complex corporate transactions?
We specialise in complex deals including share sales, asset transfers, and commercial property components.
What sectors do you work with?
We work across professional services, healthcare, leisure, retail, and maritime industries among others.
How do you ensure transaction efficiency?
We use remote working systems with direct solicitor access, completing most transactions via telephone and email communication.
