Public companies
Public Companies Legal Advice
A public company, once it has listed has a greater compliance burden than a private company. It will need to comply with the rules of its market, the Financial Service and Markets Act 2000, in certain cases the UK Listing Authority and other UK securities laws and regulations. In addition there are various ‘best practice’ guidelines which listed companies are encouraged to adopt, such as the Combined Code on Corporate Governance, ABI guidelines and QCA guidelines.
We have assisted many companies in obtaining listings for their shares and thereafter in maintaining their compliance obligations to the relevant market and sponsor or nominated advisor.
Our experience in public company law
At Irwin Mitchell our corporate and commercial teams can assist you in determining whether ‘going public’ is the right choice for your company and its shareholders. If it is, we will work with you and your other advisers to develop the best strategy. We will also advise at this stage on the ongoing legal compliance requirements imposed on public companies, so that you can plan effectively for the future and make an informed decision about the course of action you take.
With a reputation for clear, current and thorough advice, our corporate and commercial team is offering a comprehensive service to an increasing number of listed companies, both national and international, as to their ongoing compliance requirements in the UK.
About our work with public companies
Our commercial and transactions teams is able to assist and advise listed companies on compliance requirements relating to their:
- Annual Report and Annual General Meeting
- Any Extraordinary General Meetings
- Announcements of interim and year end results
- Announcement of directors dealings and significant shareholdings
- Announcements of any other nature
- Any issues concerning The Take Over Code
- Plus Markets, AIM Market or UKLA Listing Rules
Call us now on 0870 1500 100 to arrange a consultation, or use the links above to drop us a line.