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Corporate & Commercial Legal Services in St Albans
OnHand Counsel is a specialist corporate and commercial legal practice based in St Albans, serving London and Hertfordshire. Founded in 2008 by Andrew James, a solicitor with over 25 years' experience, we provide expert legal counsel to entrepreneurial businesses and family-owned enterprises. Our services span business sales, joint ventures, shareholder agreements, corporate restructuring, and commercial contract advice. We combine deep legal expertise with a pragmatic, client-focused approach to deliver cost-effective solutions.Our founder's career includes partnerships at BP Collins and IBB, establishing a reputation for handling complex transactions while maintaining accessibility. We prioritise direct client relationships, offering strategic guidance at all business stages from formation to exit planning. Our regulatory recognition by the Solicitors Regulation Authority underscores our commitment to professional standards. Clients benefit from tailored advice, transparent pricing, and access to a curated network of specialist legal professionals.
Services
Corporate & Commercial Law
Business Advice
Other Services
Business Sales
Joint Ventures
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of specialist corporate law experience
- Direct partner-level service at competitive rates
- Permanent 15% price match guarantee against traditional firms
- Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Curated network of specialist legal professionals
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Experienced and effective
Personal service
Good value
Pragmatic solutions
Highly recommended
Services
Corporate & Commercial Law
Specialist legal advice covering company formations, shareholder agreements, corporate restructuring, and commercial contracts. We help businesses navigate complex transactions while minimising legal risks. Our expertise spans mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and regulatory compliance for companies at all growth stages.
Business Advice
Practical business strategy guidance alongside legal expertise. We provide confidential advisory services on market expansion, brand management, investment strategies, and operational challenges. Our holistic approach combines legal knowledge with sector-specific commercial insights to support informed decision-making.
Other Services
Access to curated legal specialists through our Network of Independent Business Lawyers. We coordinate property transactions, litigation support, employment law matters, and regulatory compliance services. Our referral network ensures comprehensive legal coverage beyond core corporate advisory work.
People
Andrew James
Director
Qualified solicitor since 1987 with 25+ years' corporate law experience. Former partner at BP Collins and IBB. Specialist in business transactions and commercial law. Regulated by Solicitors Regulation Authority.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
Corporate and commercial law, including business sales, joint ventures, shareholder agreements, corporate restructuring, and commercial contract advice.
How are your fees structured?
We offer competitive rates with a permanent 15% price match guarantee against traditional law firms' scoped quotes.
Do you work with small businesses?
Yes, we advise entrepreneurial businesses and family-owned companies on all corporate legal matters and strategic decisions.
Are you regulated by legal authorities?
Yes, we are a recognised body regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (ref: 498653).
Can you handle complex corporate transactions?
Our experience includes managing complex mergers, acquisitions, and international joint ventures across various industry sectors.
