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Why Work with Johns Law Partners in Barbican & Moorgate?

We’re based near City Road and Old Street, just minutes from Moorgate Station and walking distance from the Barbican Centre, Finsbury Square, and the City of London’s core finance and legal hubs. Here’s why clients come to us:

  • 20+ years of senior legal experience in M&A, tax structuring, corporate governance, and cross-border transactions
  • Industry focus on finance, real estate investment, professional services, and tech
  • Fixed-fee and transparent pricing options
  • Strong track record resolving commercial disputes quickly and strategically
  • UK and international experience across EU, India, Middle East, and the US

We act for growing UK businesses and overseas clients with Barbican or Moorgate operations from SPVs to asset managers to UK subsidiaries.

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Legal Services We Offer in Barbican & Moorgate

We work across six key practice areas tailored for businesses in this financial and legal-heavy part of London:

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Commercial Contracts

Whether you're reviewing supplier agreements or drafting international distribution terms, we focus on enforceable, commercially balanced contracts. We assist with:


  • SaaS, licensing and B2B terms
  • Consultancy and service agreements
  • Framework and master services agreements




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Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits

From due diligence to closing, we advise firms on asset purchases, share deals, and cross-border acquisitions. We handle:


  • Heads of terms and term sheets
  • Share Purchase Agreements (SPAs)
  • Legal due diligence and risk analysis
  • Integration planning and transition documents



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Banking & Finance Law

We support borrowers and lenders in Moorgate’s finance sector on debt structuring, loan agreements, and regulatory compliance. Areas covered include:


  • Secured and unsecured lending
  • Loan notes and convertible instruments
  • Regulatory advice for financial services firms



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Corporate Structuring & Governance

We support companies with incorporation, shareholder structuring, corporate governance, and reorganisation strategies. Our team assists with:


  • Shareholder agreements and joint ventures
  • Group structure design
  • Director responsibilities and fiduciary advice
  • Company law compliance (Companies Act 2006)
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Dispute Resolution & Litigation

We act quickly in commercial disputes, particularly between shareholders, directors, or counterparties in high-value contracts. Our team advises on:


  • Contractual breaches and unpaid invoices
  • Shareholder deadlocks or unfair prejudice claims
  • Professional negligence and partnership disputes

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Tax & Cross-Border Business Law

We regularly advise on UK tax implications for group restructures, M&A deals, and overseas entities operating through UK subsidiaries. Key areas include:


  • International corporate tax planning
  • VAT, SDLT and withholding tax advisory
  • Double taxation treaty application




Supporting Businesses in Barbican, Moorgate & EC2

Barbican and Moorgate are packed with financial consultants, legal teams, investment firms, and tech-enabled service businesses.

Our clients include:

  • Financial services firms and family offices
  • Investment partnerships and LLPs
  • UK SPVs set up for commercial property acquisition
  • Boutique consultancies and real estate asset managers

Recent work includes:

  • Negotiating a corporate finance deal involving a hybrid equity and debt instrument for a Moorgate-based consultancy
  • Structuring an LLP with a complex share option plan for a tech services company
  • Advising on a £2.4M commercial property acquisition via a newly formed SPV in EC2
  • Helping a foreign investor structure a UK subsidiary under double tax treaty provisions

We work efficiently, communicate clearly, and protect your commercial interests every step of the way.

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International Clients with Operations Near Barbican

Given its proximity to the City and growing international appeal, Barbican/Moorgate attracts non-UK investors and entrepreneurs setting up in the UK. We assist:

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EU-based consultancies forming UK branches

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Indian SaaS firms raising capital in London

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US asset managers expanding under UK entities

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Middle Eastern family offices acquiring London property via SPVs

Our team handles the UK-side structuring, compliance, and tax issues - while coordinating with your overseas advisors to avoid duplication or risk.

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Where to Find Us?

We are located a short walk from both Barbican and Moorgate stations, close to Finsbury Square, London Wall, and CityPoint.

  • Address: Johns Law Partners, 124 City Road, London EC1V
  • Nearest stations: Moorgate, Barbican, Old Street
  • Nearby landmarks: Barbican Centre, Finsbury Circus, London Wall Place

We welcome meetings in person, online via Zoom, or through flexible retainers depending on your needs.

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Ready to Work with a Barbican or Moorgate Legal Firm?

If you're growing your business, entering a transaction, reviewing your legal risk, or resolving a dispute, we're here to help. Our lawyers work quickly, think commercially, and explain your options clearly.

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Our Testimonials

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A very good company! John listens and want to sort things out and very nice! Mr.Warner (Social media member) is a nice guy and gave me some good advice.

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Johns Law Partners London and staff did a wonderful job of settling my case in a very short time considering it was done thru the Covid shutdown. We did virtual.

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Mr. John & his team are a delight to work with. Every person I've worked with there has been incredibly responsive, kind, helpful, and knowledgeable.

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Very fast response and delivery time. Benny was fantastic and very helpful. I would highly recommend this company.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can you help with corporate restructuring for tax efficiency?

Yes. We assist with group reorganisations, demergers, and holding company structures to optimise UK tax positioning.

Do you work with LLPs and partnerships?

: Absolutely. We draft LLP agreements, handle partner exits, and advise on disputes or profit-sharing changes.

What types of finance agreements do you support?

:We help with secured lending, convertible debt, shareholder loans, and compliance with FCA exemptions or requirements where applicable.

Can you advise on cross-border M&A transactions?

Yes. Our M&A team regularly supports deals involving buyers or sellers from the EU, US, India, and the Middle East.

Do you offer fixed-fee pricing for contract work?

Yes. We offer fixed pricing for standard documents - NDAs, consultancy agreements, shareholder agreements and capped billing for complex matters.

What sectors do you most often work with in Barbican/Moorgate?

Finance, real estate, professional services, and tech. But we also advise creative agencies and healthcare consultancies in EC2.

Can you help resolve a shareholder dispute?

Yes. We handle negotiations, mediation and court proceedings when needed—always aiming for a swift, commercial outcome.

Are you able to advise on employment law for directors and founders?

: Yes. We draft service agreements, advise on restrictive covenants, and handle founder exits or terminations when needed.

Do you handle lease reviews for Barbican offices?

We do. Whether you're leasing a floor in a modern office block or subletting serviced space, we review and negotiate commercial leases.

Do you work with clients outside the UK?

Yes. A large part of our practice involves cross-border work. Many clients based overseas rely on us as their UK legal point of contact.

For more information or assistance Call us on 0800 002 5229