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Online Business and eCommerce

Online and eCommerce businesses are essential due to their convenience, wide-reaching audience, and 24/7 availability, transforming how we shop and conduct business. They contribute to economic growth, offer a platform for small and niche enterprises, and meet changing consumer preferences with personalised, varied, and accessible shopping experiences.

However, online and eCommerce businesses face numerous legal compliance requirements that can greatly influence the success and sustainability of your venture.

Every step, from selecting the right business structure to safeguarding your brand, demands careful consideration. At LegalVision, we specialise in guiding online and eCommerce businesses through these intricate legal landscapes.

Our experienced lawyers provide customised legal solutions that align with your business’ unique goals and challenges, allowing you to concentrate on what you do best – innovating and expanding your business.

We can assist you with all of your legal needs as an online and eCommerce business, including:

  • structuring your business, including entity selection and setup for online retail, subscription services, or marketplace platforms;
  • drafting contracts, including with web developers, contractors, fulfilment and referral partners, and customers;
  • website terms and conditions (tailored to online sales, digital services, and subscription models);
  • supplier and distribution agreements;
  • commercial leasing, for storage, warehousing, and distribution needs;
  • brand and intellectual property protection;
  • privacy and data, ensuring adherence to data protection laws, especially for customer information and marketing data;
  • social media laws (including when advertising through Facebook and Instagram);
  • franchising your online business;
  • and more.
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How we can help
your Online Business and eCommerce Business

  • Business Setup and Structuring

    Our lawuers are experienced at establishing UK online and eCommerce businesses, offering expert legal advice on digital business structuring, entity formation, and online commercial strategies. We ensure your business has a solid legal foundation, which is vital for thriving in the competitive digital marketplace.

  • Commercial Contracts

    We specialise in drafting service agreements tailored to online and eCommerce businesses. Our services include preparing user agreements, terms and conditions, privacy policies, supplier contracts, and terms of service, ensuring they are legally compliant and clear, in line with UK laws, including privacy laws and consumer laws – essential for digital business success.

  • Regulatory Advice and Compliance

    We offer expert regulatory advice for UK online and eCommerce businesses, ensuring compliance with consumer protection laws and digital marketing regulations. We help you navigate the complex online legal environment, protecting your business from potential legal risks.

  • Privacy and Data

    In the UK online and eCommerce landscape, we offer expert advice on data privacy, cybersecurity, and compliance with digital information regulations. Our approach ensures your e-business meets the requirements of UK GDPR law, protects personal data, and builds trust with your digital customers.

  • Brand and IP Protection

    Our law firm provides specialised services for brand and intellectual property protection for online and eCommerce businesses. We assist with intellectual property rights, including trade mark registration, copyright enforcement, and defending against infringement, which is crucial for protecting your digital brand identity and intellectual assets in the competitive online space.

  • Website Terms and Conditions

    We draft comprehensive website terms and conditions specifically for online and eCommerce businesses. We ensure these documents are clear, enforceable, and compliant with UK consumer law, offering essential protection for your online store and establishing trust with your digital audience.

  • Employment and Safety

    We provide legal guidance to online and eCommerce businesses on employment law, including managing remote workforces, ensuring workplace safety in digital environments and complying with UK employment standards. Our goal is to help you maintain legal compliance and foster a productive digital workplace, essential for the growth of your business. Members can upgrade to our Health & Safety Advisory service, offering ongoing risk management and employee training to ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.

  • Commercial Leasing

    We offer commercial leasing support to UK online and eCommerce businesses that are securing physical premises, whether for warehousing, retail, or office space. We assist with negotiating lease agreements to align with your eCommerce objectives and comply with UK commercial property laws.

Why choose LegalVision?

LegalVision offers quicker, more accessible and more affordable legal services than traditional law firms.
Here's what you can expect when working with us:

Exceptional Client Service

Experience trusted, award-winning service support

You'll experience exceptional client service, personalised support, and timely responses, ensuring a seamless and positive experience tailored to your business' specific needs.

Rapid Turnaround Times

Obtain expert legal help within hours, not weeks

As a busy decision-maker, we understand timing is crucial for your business. Our online portal makes it easy to quickly request legal help and receive legal advice from our lawyers.

Experienced Lawyers

Receive top-tier legal advice

You'll work with lawyers who are specialists in your industry. Our legal team brings extensive experience working at leading law firms in Australia, the United Kingdom, New Zealand and worldwide.

Affordable Legal Support

Ensure cost certainty and transparency

We offer a range of pricing options to suit your needs to ensure full transparency and control over legal costs. No more expensive hourly rates and surprising legal bills at the end of the month.

We believe in exceptional client service.

If you are a new client and aren’t satisfied with your membership in the first 30 days, you can cancel your membership - no questions asked (less any disbursements paid on your behalf).

What our clients say about us

We’re an award-winning law firm

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    2024 Law Company of the Year Finalist - The Lawyer Awards

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    2024 Law Firm of the Year Finalist - Modern Law Private Client Awards

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    2023 Economic Innovator of the Year Finalist - The Spectator

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    2023 Law Company of the Year Finalist - The Lawyer Awards

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    2023 Future of Legal Services Innovation - Legal Innovation Awards