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Why Work with Johns Law Partners in the City of London?

Our offices near City Road and Old Street place us within walking distance of London’s finance and legal hub. We’re close enough for in-person meetings and responsive enough to meet the expectations of fast-moving businesses. Here’s why clients choose us:

  • Senior lawyers with over 20 years' experience in M&A, shareholder agreements, and cross-border advisory
  • Deep familiarity with finance, tech, professional services, and real estate sectors
  • Clear, commercial advice without legal jargon
  • Transparent pricing - fixed fee or capped billing available
  • Strong international capability for clients with UK-EU-Middle East operations

Whether you’re scaling, restructuring, or closing a deal, we work at the pace your business needs.

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Legal Services We Offer in the City of London

We support businesses in the City across six core areas:

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Corporate Law & Structuring

We advise company directors, shareholders, and boards on all aspects of corporate governance, restructuring, and regulatory compliance. Our corporate law team supports:

  • Company formations and structuring
  • Shareholder agreements
  • Group reorganisations
  • Director duties and shareholder rights
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Mergers & Acquisitions

We guide clients through UK and cross-border M&A transactions, working closely with finance teams, accountants, and tax advisors. Our role covers:

  • Share and asset sales
  • Due diligence and risk allocation
  • Heads of terms, SPAs, and post-deal integration
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Commercial Contracts

We draft, negotiate, and review contracts that protect your business and support revenue generation. Our expertise includes:

  • Client and supplier agreements
  • Terms of business and SLAs
  • Consultancy, licensing, and distribution contracts
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Tax & Regulatory Compliance

For businesses operating in regulated sectors or managing international risk, we provide strategic advice on:

  • Corporate tax planning and restructuring
  • Regulatory obligations and filings
  • AML, GDPR, and Companies House compliance
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Dispute Resolution

When commercial relationships go wrong, we step in - either to resolve disputes quickly or represent you formally. We help with:

  • Contractual claims
  • Shareholder or director disputes
  • Professional negligence claims


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International Business Law

We support companies doing business across jurisdictions. From trade contracts to subsidiary formation, we advise on:

  • UK-India, UK-Middle East and UK-EU corporate issues
  • Cross-border investment structuring
  • Import/export legal frameworks

Supporting Businesses in the City of London

Our clients in the City range from fintech firms and property investment vehicles to family offices and professional service providers. We also act for US and EU companies with UK subsidiaries operating from the City.

Recent work includes:

  • Advising a tech consultancy on its management buyout and shareholder exit
  • Structuring an investment vehicle for real estate acquisitions in EC3
  • Supporting a financial services firm on GDPR compliance and data-sharing agreements
  • Negotiating consultancy contracts for a niche advisory business
  • Handling international tax planning for a firm with operations in the UK, India, and the UAE

We understand the pressure and pace of doing business in the City and we match it with practical legal delivery.

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International Clients with City of London Presence

We regularly assist non-UK businesses looking to establish or expand operations in the City, including:

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Indian software companies opening London branches

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US investment managers forming UK LLPs or subsidiaries

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Middle Eastern holding companies acquiring assets or shares

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EU consulting firms navigating post-Brexit trading rules

We offer clear, commercially sound advice across company law, tax, contracts, and dispute matters - delivered in a way that bridges international frameworks.

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Where to Find Us?

Our legal office is minutes away from Old Street Station, making us easily accessible from Shoreditch, Moorgate, Islington, and the City of London.

  • Address:Johns Law Partners, 130 Old Street / 124 City Road, London EC1V
  • Nearest stations: Moorgate, Liverpool Street, Old Street, Barbican
  • Nearby landmarks: Finsbury Square, CityPoint, London Wall

We’re available for meetings in person or online. Many of our clients choose to work with us remotely and rely on our quick turnaround and proactive updates.

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Ready to Speak with a City of London Legal Firm?

If you're expanding your company, managing a dispute, or closing a corporate deal, we can help you. We combine deep legal knowledge with business sense, and we don’t waste time.
Reach out to schedule a consultation. We’ll assess your legal needs, suggest a path forward, and give you a clear sense of the next steps. Contact us today to speak with a City of London solicitor or request a callback.

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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

Do you advise SMEs or only larger businesses?

We work with startups, SMEs, and mid-market companies, including international clients with smaller UK subsidiaries.

Can you help with UK company formation for overseas owners?

Yes. We regularly help non-UK clients establish UK companies, draft shareholder agreements, and handle compliance filings.

What’s your experience with financial services law?

We advise regulated and unregulated finance clients, including those in wealth management, fintech, and consulting.

Do you offer ongoing legal support or just project work?

Both. Some clients retain us monthly; others engage us for specific transactions or disputes.

Can you review my contracts before signing a new supplier or client?

Yes. We handle contract reviews for UK and international commercial relationships.

Do you work with in-house legal teams?

Absolutely. We often act as an extension of in-house counsel during M&A, compliance, or commercial negotiations.

What’s your typical response time for commercial matters?

Most matters are responded to within one working day. Urgent requests are prioritised.

Can you help resolve director or shareholder disputes?

Yes. We handle contentious exits, board disputes, and enforceable shareholder rights under UK law.

Do you assist with GDPR compliance and data protection?

We do. Especially professional services firms and businesses managing sensitive client data.

Are remote consultations available?

Yes. We work with many City-based and international clients entirely via Zoom, Teams, or phone.

For more information or assistance Call us on 0800 002 5229