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Partnership Agreement Solicitors in Cheshire

Protecting Your Business Relationships from Day One

If you’re starting or running a business in partnership, a clear, well-drafted agreement is essential. Our specialist solicitors provide practical, plain-English advice to help you set the rules, avoid disputes and protect your investment.

Without a formal agreement, your partnership will be governed by the Partnership Act 1890 – a one-size-fits-all law that rarely reflects the realities of modern business. We ensure your agreement is tailored to your goals, sector and long-term plans.

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Why a partnership agreement matters

A business partnership agreement sets out the rights, responsibilities and expectations of each partner. It can cover:

Duration of the partnership – fixed term, ongoing or tied to specific events.

Capital contributions – who invests what and how future funding is handled.

Profit and loss sharing – fair allocation based on agreed ratios, not default equal splits.

Drawings and distributions – when and how partners can take income.

Decision-making – voting rights, reserved matters and day-to-day authority.

Succession planning – what happens on retirement, death or exit of a partner.

Dispute resolution – agreed processes to resolve disagreements quickly and cost-effectively.

Our expertise

Draft partnership agreements from scratch or update an existing agreement.

Provide partnership dissolution advice when relationships or business needs change.
Negotiate terms that protect your interests while maintaining strong working relationships.
Advise on alternative business structures such as LLPs or corporate joint ventures, to ensure the solution is tailored to your needs.

Who we work with

We advise a wide range of clients, including:

Professional services firms - formalising partner roles;

Family-run businesses - planning for succession provisions;

Start-ups - pooling skills and resources; and

Established partnerships - seeking to formalise their arrangements.

Related Services

Many partnership clients also benefit from:

Joint ventures

For collaborative projects with other businesses.

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Shareholder agreements

If you incorporate your partnership.

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Business sales, purchases & restructuring

When partnerships evolve or change hands.

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Dispute resolution

For commercial disagreements.

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Protect your business and your working relationships with a tailored partnership agreement. Speak to our partnership agreement solicitors in Cheshire today for clear, practical advice.

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01244 312306

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law@oliverandco.co.uk

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