What can a business lawyer help with?
- Commercial contracts and supplier agreements
- Terms and conditions and website terms
- Shareholder and partnership agreements
- Company formation and restructuring
- Buying or selling a business
- Commercial disputes and debt recovery
When should you hire a business lawyer?
- You are signing a significant contract or partnership deal
- You are bringing in investors or new shareholders
- You need robust terms of business or website terms
- A customer or supplier dispute is escalating
Questions to ask before you hire
When you compare quotes, these questions help you find the right fit:
- Have you handled similar matters for businesses in my sector?
- Can you give a fixed quote for this piece of work?
- What do you need from me to get started?
- What is your typical turnaround time?
What affects the cost?
Every business and project is different, so prices vary. The main factors are:
- Type and complexity of the document or transaction
- Whether you need drafting, review or negotiation
- Urgency and turnaround time
- Fixed-fee vs. hourly arrangements
The simplest way to understand the cost for your situation is to compare a few quotes side by side.
Last updated: 13 October 2026
