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Business Solicitors in Cardiff
Business solicitors in Cardiff providing practical, commercially focused legal advice for companies, SMEs and growing organisations.
Commercial Legal Support for Businesses
Our business solicitors in Cardiff advise companies of all sizes, from ambitious start-ups to established SMEs and PLCs operating across Wales, England and beyond. We provide clear, commercially focused legal support that helps you make confident decisions, manage risk and unlock growth opportunities.
Clients choose Berry Smith for pragmatic advice that reflects real business priorities. We combine technical legal expertise with a practical understanding of commercial pressures, delivering solutions that are proportionate, strategic and aligned with your objectives. Whether you need ongoing support as an outsourced legal function or specialist advice on a specific transaction or dispute, we adapt to your requirements and budget.
Corporate Transactions and Business Growth
Our team works as an extension of your business, offering responsive communication, decisive guidance and measurable value at every stage.
Speak to our business solicitors in Cardiff today to arrange an initial discussion and discover how we can support your next move.
Business Guides and Further Information
We have created a range of practical guides offering useful background information on topics frequently affecting businesses. These are available below or via our Guides Index at the top of the page. The content is intended for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. For tailored support and advice specific to your circumstances, please contact our team to discuss how we can assist your business.
For those looking for ongoing support from experienced business solicitors in Cardiff, our team is always available to provide tailored legal advice when needed.
Get in Touch Today
Our experienced team combines technical legal expertise with strong commercial awareness, delivering clear and practical advice aligned with your business goals. Whether you need support with a transaction, contract or dispute, we are ready to provide strategic, results-focused guidance.
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
Exploiting Your IP: Turning Ideas into Income
22 July 2026
Most businesses sit on intellectual property without ever asking what it’s actually worth. A distinctive product name, a piece of software, a manufacturing process, a set of designs, these are assets in the same way as premises or equipment, yet they’re routinely left to gather dust rather than put to work. Given the right structure, […]
The World Cup and Domestic Abuse: Understanding Your Legal Rights
21 July 2026
For many people, the FIFA World Cup is a time of celebration, bringing friends, families and communities together to enjoy the excitement of the tournament. However, for some individuals, major football competitions can be associated with fear, anxiety and an increased risk of domestic abuse behind closed doors. Research has consistently demonstrated a link between […]
Berry Smith named Best Performing Law Firm in Wales for Client Recommendation Scores
16 July 2026
Berry Smith has been recognised as the best performing law firm in Wales based on client Net Promoter Score (NPS) results gathered through an independent research programme conducted by Legal 500, a leading guide to the legal profession. The accolade is based on feedback from thousands of clients who participated in the guide’s annual research […]
Force Majeure and Frustration: Are You Really Covered?
15 July 2026
Businesses today face an increasingly unpredictable operating environment. From global pandemics and supply chain disruption to geopolitical events, cyber-attacks and extreme weather, unforeseen events can have a significant impact on contractual obligations. When these situations arise, many businesses assume they can rely on “force majeure” or “frustration” to avoid liability. However, the legal position is […]
Separated Parents and Summer Holidays: Can I Take My Child Abroad?
14 July 2026
As the school summer holidays approach, many families will be making plans for a well-deserved break abroad. For separated parents, however, arranging a holiday can raise important legal questions, particularly where both parents remain involved in making decisions about their child’s upbringing. Whether you are planning a family holiday overseas or have concerns about the […]
Starting a Podcast: What Every Business Should Know
14 July 2026
Podcasts have become a valuable tool for UK businesses looking to build brand awareness, share expertise and develop stronger relationships with clients. They provide an accessible and cost-effective way to educate audiences, showcase industry knowledge and establish key individuals as trusted voices within their sector. However, despite their informal style, podcasts should be treated as […]
Sun, Sea and Security: How to protect your data this summer
7 July 2026
As the UK emerges from another summer heatwave, many of us are looking forward to a well-earned break. Whether employees are working remotely from holiday destinations, taking annual leave, or simply spending more time away from the office, the summer months can create additional data protection and cyber security risks for businesses. While laptops, mobile […]
Employment Rights Act 2025: A new era of Sexual Harassment Liability
7 July 2026
The phased timetable of implementation for the Employment Rights Act 2025 (ERA 2025) means that we are currently amidst some of the most radical and transformative changes to the employment law landscape in the United Kingdom, seen in a generation. The ERA 2025 is crucially reforming liability and prevention of sexual harassment in the workplace, […]
The Heat Is On: Navigating Employers’ Legal Duties in Hot Weather
7 July 2026
Periods of hot weather in the UK are becoming more frequent and intense given climate change. While the law has traditionally focused on protecting workers from cold conditions, rising temperatures are increasingly exposing employers to health and safety risks. This article outlines the key legal duties owed by employers during hot weather, specific risks for […]
Who Owns What? Dealing with IP in Commercial Agreements
16 June 2026
Intellectual property (IP) is often one of the most valuable assets in a business relationship. Whether you are developing software, commissioning creative work, licensing technology or entering into a joint venture, the question of who owns the IP can have significant commercial and legal consequences. Despite this, IP ownership is frequently overlooked during contract negotiations. […]
How to make sure your terms are properly incorporated
15 June 2026
A business can only rely on its terms and conditions if they have been properly incorporated into the contract. In practice, that means the terms must be brought to the other party’s attention at the right time, in a clear enough way that they form part of the deal. Why incorporation matters It is not […]
Why standard terms and conditions are never truly “standard”
11 June 2026
Many businesses rely on “standard” terms and conditions because they are quick to put in place and seem to offer a simple legal safety net. In practice, though, no two businesses operate in exactly the same way, and a generic template often fails to deal properly with the way a company actually sells, delivers, bills, […]