Introduced by the UK government in 1994, the Enterprise Investment Scheme (“EIS”) is a scheme that aims to encourage individuals to invest in early-stage companies and start-up businesses by offering significant tax reliefs to individual investors who acquire new shares…
Leading Corporate and Technology Law Firm, Moorcrofts has selected Kidney Research UK, with a specific focus on IgA Nephropathy, as its Charity of the Year. Kidney Research UK is the leading UK charity dedicated to funding research into the prevention,…
Leading Corporate and Technology Law Firm, Moorcrofts LLP is delighted to announce it has raised a total of £3,690 for Thames Valley Adventure Playground (TVAP) through its staff-led fundraising activities. Based in Buckinghamshire, Thames Valley Adventure Playground (TVAP) provides a…
In the context of selling a company or business, a well-prepared management team is significant factor in improving deal certainty and ensuring that the sale process runs smoothly. Regardless of the industry, buyers will scrutinise the management team as closely…
On 13 March 2026 Companies House confirmed a significant security incident affecting it’s WebFiling service. The issue may have allowed authorised users to view and edit details belonging to other companies, including access to certain non-public company data and the…
Following the Autumn Budget on 26 November 2025, the UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced that the qualification criteria for enterprise management incentive (EMI) schemes will be significantly widened from April 2026. From 06 April 2026, the eligibility thresholds are to…
Leading law firm Moorcrofts continues to be recognised for its strong performance in the Legal 500 UK 2026 rankings. The firm has maintained its position as a Tier 1 powerhouse for Corporate and Commercial services in the South East (Beds,…
With the stabilisation, and potential decline, of interest rates, expectations towards greater political stability, and changes to Business Asset Disposal Relief, we are seeing increased confidence in the M&A market. This guide aims to walk through the key legal stages…
On Tuesday 16 September a 13-strong Moorcrofts team will lace up their trainers and join hundreds of lawyers, judges and advice sector supporters for the Reading Legal Walk 2025, a sponsored 10 km route that raises vital funds for local…
Moorcrofts recently advised the AdvancedAdvT Group (“AdvT“) on the purchase of the entire issued share capital of GOSS Technology Group Limited (“GOSS“), a provider of digital platforms that enable public sector organisations to achieve digital transformation through innovative digital and…
This year marks a significant milestone for leading corporate law firm Moorcrofts as it celebrates 25 years of delivering expert legal services. Since its founding in 2000, the firm has grown from a team of three into a highly respected…
Why companies use share schemes Employee share schemes, also known as employee share plans or staff share schemes, are an essential tool for UK companies to attract, retain, and motivate employees. By enabling employees to acquire a stake in the…