Does your business run prize draws or promotions?

There are detailed legal requirements to be complied with in relation to how you do this, and we can help navigate you through these to ensure that your offering does not fall foul of the law and gives you the business advantages you intended.

Are you a self-employed consultant?

Do you have terms of engagement which protect your legal position, and ensure that your clients fully understand the scope of your services? We deal with many consultancy practices, and can provide you with appropriate contract terms whether for a one-off engagement or a longer term relationship with your client.

Do you supply goods or services online?

Don’t risk engaging in e-commerce without complying with the many rules and regulations on doing business online. We can provide you with terms and conditions, and give practical guidance on how to meet your legal obligations whilst still taking full advantage of the business opportunities offered by the internet.

Do you need terms and conditions for your customers?

If you're setting up a new business or you haven't got round to putting together customer terms and conditions for your existing business, we have the experience and the expertise to prepare the right terms for you. Start the new year by getting things right from the outset and contact us for a free initial consultation.

Does your website tell visitors about cookies?

Did you know that you're required under the Data Protection Act to make sure that visitors to your website are aware of any cookies that it might use and they consent to their use.  It's a good time to review your website's treatment of cookies and make sure you have a website privacy policy.  Contact us for a free initial consultation.

Is your business about to enter into a contract?

If you're about to sign a contract, get specialist advice from one of our experienced contract lawyers before you do.  We can review the contract, explain it in plain English, highlight any nasty clauses and recommend amendments.  We can also handle the negotiation for you. Contact us for a free initial consultation.

Setting up an online business?

We specialise in online trading and e-commerce, so it's good to know that you'll be in safe hands.  From privacy policies, to website terms of use and conditions for online sales, we've got you covered. Contact us now for a free, no obligation initial discussion.

Going into business as a partnership?

If you're a partner in a business, entering into a partnership agreement at the outset is a vital step in protecting your position down the line - especially if there's a dispute.  We recommend you have a partnership agreement no matter how good a friend your business partner is. Get in touch for a free initial consultation.

Commercially savvy

Pearne & Co is a business law firm - that's all we do - because we know that our clients want expert and focussed legal advice for their business.


Our lawyers have worked in-house in real businesses, not just private practice law firms.

In good company

We work with clients near and far. We can work with you face-to-face, from our town centre offices in Cheltenham, or if you're not local to us or simply don't have the time to leave your business, we can work with you by phone and email or by online video conferencing. It's up to you.

Meeting your needs

We work exclusively for business clients, because that's where our expertise lies.


We know that you want practical legal advice that provides real value for money and reflects a genuine understanding of your business and its objectives.

Legal advice to go

Think of it as legal advice to go - exactly what you asked for, delivered on time, and ready to use.

Testimonials

"I can't thank our Pearne & Co lawyer enough for his excellent service and professionalism. The agreement he drafted for us works extremely well and he has orchestrated a set-up that suits our business perfectly."

- Mel Smith, Winter in Venice Gifts Limited

"Pearne & Co understood our business requirements from both a legal and commercial perspective and the advice given was straight forward and easy to comprehend. It was refreshing to see a law firm not charge for initial consultations and that a fixed price was given to write all our commercial contracts. We would not hesitate to recommend them."

- Gulam Patel, Connexus Networks Limited

"Every time I call, I get straight through to my lawyer, who takes the time to explain things in an easy to understand manner and has even offered valuable advice in unrelated matters for my business. I whole-heartedly recommend Pearne & Co to any other business that is looking for legal advice without having to look at the clock all the time."

- Alan Russell, Internet Consultancy and Management Limited

Pearne & Co

Eagle Tower
Montpellier Drive
Cheltenham
GL50 1TA

T: 01242 530622
F: 08444 432662