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We have vast experience in providing legal advice, assistance and representation to a wide variety of businesses, ranging from start-up’s and small businesses to large SME’s and plc’s based in Wales and England and trading across a wide variety of areas.
We combine an approachable, unstuffy and supportive service with detailed legal expertise. We understand commercial and practical imperatives and that legal requirements are a means to an end – not the other way round. We can tailor our services according to our client’s needs and budget.
Some of our business clients use as an outsourced legal department and many instruct us on a project basis, knowing that we can provide a high quality service.
Do not hesitate to contact us for an initial discussion as to how we may assist your business.
Business Guides and Further Information
Business Sector Guides
We have produced a number of guides to provide helpful background information on a variety of topics that are often relevant to businesses. These can be accessed below or via our Guides Index at the top of the page. These guides provide initial information and not legal advice – please contact us to discuss your requirements and how we may be able to help.
Latest News
Manufacturing & Supply Agreements: How to Build Resilient Contracts
2 March 2026
What are they? Manufacturing and supply arrangements sit at the heart of many businesses. When they work well, they are almost invisible. When they fail, the impact is immediate: missed deadlines, strained customer relationships and financial loss. Recent supply chain disruption, fluctuating raw material costs and ongoing regulatory change have shown just how exposed businesses […]
Misconduct On the Move: The Cautionary Tale of Hehir v Metroline Ltd
2 March 2026
Public reaction to the recent case of Hehir v Metroline Ltd (6018181/2024) has been fierce, with national media outlets describing bus driver Mark Hehir as a hero, and politicians have publicly condemned Metroline’s decision to dismiss him. Yet the tribunal ultimately upheld that dismissal as fair. This case is a useful reminder of how tribunals […]
Upcoming Employment Law Reforms
2 March 2026
Part 2: What to Expect in April 2026 April is always a pivotal month for employment law changes but the reforms taking effect in April 2026 represent one of the most substantial shifts employers have faced in recent years. Alongside annual adjustments to pay and statutory rates, this year introduces major reforms to family related […]
Berry Smith Ranked Number 1 M&A Legal Adviser in Wales for 2025
27 February 2026
We are proud to announce that Berry Smith has been ranked the Number 1 M&A Legal Adviser in Wales for 2025 in the Experian MarketIQ Full Year 2025 report. The Experian MarketIQ report is recognised as a leading authority on UK mergers and acquisitions activity. The rankings are based on completed deal volumes, highlighting the […]
A ‘Swift’ Lesson in Trademarks: What Taylor Swift’s Latest Trade Mark Challenge Means for Brand Owners
24 February 2026
Recent headlines have once again highlighted the commercial strength of intellectual property, this time involving global pop icon Taylor Swift and a US bedding company. A company trading as Cathay Home applied to register the brand name “Swift Home” for bedding products in the United States. However, the application has now been withdrawn following a […]
Licensing Agreements: Protecting Your Brand and Revenue
19 February 2026
Licensing agreements are a powerful commercial tool. When structured correctly, they allow businesses to expand into new markets, generate additional revenue streams and strengthen brand recognition, all without the cost and risk of doing it alone. However, without careful drafting and clear commercial planning, licensing arrangements can just as easily expose your brand, intellectual property […]
Balancing AI Innovation with Data Protection Duties
10 February 2026
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming every industry, from healthcare and finance to education and legal services. However, as AI systems become more complex and data-driven, organisations face growing challenges in maintaining compliance with data protection laws such as the UK GDPR, the EU GDPR, and the Data Protection Act 2018. Striking the right balance between […]
How Artificial Intelligence Is Redefining the Customer Experience: Lessons from Starbucks
4 February 2026
When customers pull into a Starbucks drive-thru or step inside one of its cafés, the experience can feel reassuringly familiar. Yet behind the scenes, artificial intelligence is playing an increasingly important role in how the global coffee chain operates. Starbucks’ recent investments in AI highlight a broader shift across consumer-facing businesses: technology is no longer […]
Beyond Best Efforts: Making SLAs Measurable and Enforceable
3 February 2026
In any service relationship, expectations matter. Clients want confidence that services will be delivered reliably, consistently, and at an agreed level of quality. Service providers want clarity on what success looks like and how it will be measured. A well drafted Service Level Agreement (SLA) bridges that gap by turning expectations into measurable, enforceable commitments. […]
Embracing Podcasting as a Business Development Tool
2 February 2026
In an increasingly competitive digital landscape, businesses are constantly searching for new ways to stand out, build trust, and connect with their audience. One medium that has rapidly grown in influence is podcasting. Once considered a niche format, podcasts are now a mainstream channel for brand building, and client engagement. Whilst podcasting can offer significant […]
Upcoming Employment Law Reforms
28 January 2026
Part 1: What to Expect in February 2026 Following Royal Assent of the Employment Rights Act in December 2025, employers should expect significant changes to employment rights in the UK over the coming years. However, not all changes will take effect at once and so the team at Berry Smith will guide you through each […]
Workplace investigations – how Berry Smith can support you
28 January 2026
From the BBC to other household‑name organisations, recent high‑profile cases in the media have put workplace conduct firmly in the spotlight. While these cases are often complex and fact‑specific, they all underline the same message: getting workplace investigations wrong can carry serious legal, reputational, and operational consequences. Workplace investigations are rarely straightforward. Whether dealing with […]