If you're buying or selling a business anywhere in England or Wales and need expert, down-to-earth legal advice from solicitors who really know what they're talking about, you've come to the right place. Unlike most other law firms, buying and selling businesses (and the associated commercial property work) is ALL we do. We can help with all aspects of your business transaction, from getting the best price for your business to drafting a watertight sale and purchase agreement and negotiating your shareholder agreement and commercial lease terms.
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Collectively, the Truelegal team has extensive experience of working for business buyers and business sellers on transactions typically ranging in value from 100,000 to over 10m. From bricks and mortar establishments to service-based businesses and e-commerce companies, we've helped hundreds of small and medium-sized businesses like yours to achieve their goals.
Yes, we're business lawyers, but our size, experience and specific expertise allow us to be more than just that. So if you'd like a legal partner who'll give you sound and jargon-free commercial advice, take a genuine interest in you and helping you achieve your individual goals, and can guide you through your deal from start to finish, you can rely on us to do just that. We work closely with a network of trusted professionals, including business brokers, transfer agents and commercial property agents.
Martin has spent 25+ years advising entrepreneurs and business owners. With over 3,100 small and mid-size business sale and purchase transactions completed under his watch, he is confident that Truelegal has the toolkit to deal with most issues that buyers and sellers of UK businesses encounter. Realising the full value of a business for its owner on exit is his passion.
We're based in Exeter, Devon, but work for business buyers and business sellers from across England and Wales - in fact, only around a third of our clients are local to us. Most of our work is done remotely via telephone and email, enabled by our IT support systems. You'll have direct line access to one dedicated legal adviser throughout.
Reviews (10)
Samantha K.
Jul 12, 2023
Tony Fargnoli
Oct 23, 2021
Martin and his team supported us through the sale of our soft play business in Northamptonshire recently. Their advice & guidance through the whole process was thorough and professional. I would have no hesitation in recommending their services or using them again in the future. A "True" pleasure to deal with.
The Duke Of Tavistock
May 02, 2021
Najeha Zakaria
Feb 28, 2021
I cannot express enough how pleased we were with the service provided by True Legal. Extremely thorough, comprehensive and professional in all the work they conducted for us. Worked as quickly as possible and were very patient when there were severe delays on the other end. True Legal charge a fixed cost and it is every bit worth the money.
Art Galleries Europe Consultant
Oct 12, 2020
Dear 'Mr Truman, /Peter Jackson (you are nowhere to be seen on Truelegal website. We also think it would be Truthfull to update your website, with photographs of individuals MANY of them in fact, that are not working for the company any more) I am responding to the response of my fully truthful comment. Isn't it sad, that one has to come to such a public arena to get a reponse?
I legitimately sent you several emails, and you opted for "Silent Treatment" Mr Truman, there is a clear indication to us all that your client didn't have funds for 3.1M to purchase 3 properties. Your client sent Quantity Surveyors, and Not Building Surveyors There has been no report produced in that respect. in fact you even paid rent for him whilst he resided in my flat. during the receiverhsip. as the property was going to be grabbed by Savills.
But Shockingly the same flat evaluated by Savills themselves 4 months earlier, conveniently was evaluated by the same. for near 220,000 apparently. I, the owner, wasn't even aware. The rent was paid weekly. as your client was going to pocket a property in Richmond massively under the market Value. You paid rent for him, i therefore kindly ask you to cover the unpaid rent and other losses that i incurred please.
No one is pressering your client for the purchase of these properties, the FACTS are there. That he was not there to purchase these properties, other than get hold of my repossessed property. In fact all has been a set up. Easy to prove otherwise. to showcase, the invisible and fantasy funds of your client Mr Nick Spysznyk. full crudential on line. for anyone reading response to our review.
No one can start any property purchases, without showcasing the availability of their funds, and you are well aware of that, and sadly i didn't know. To put this conspiracy to rest, i respectfully ask you again, to showcase his mortgage and funds, failure to do so, you are respectfully asked to refund my losses. well listed on number of mails This is what you wil get With TrueLegal. NoTHING TRUE Legal, i guess would be the best and most relevant company name.
Response from the ownera week ago. MR Truman oUR REVIEW IS Not Anonymous. Our client (who is not bankrupt) recently withdrew legitimately from pre-contract negotiations in connection with subject to contract and survey purchases of connected residential properties owned by the individual who has posted anonymously. Truelegal has provided a formal reply to her solicitor providing answers and confirming that we have no further comment.
Since our reply a few days ago she has bombarded our firm, her own solicitor, the estate agent and the professional valuer with vexatious emails accusing us all of fraud and conspiracy. Accusations that we have been anything other than professional are fully refuted by us. Peter Jackson
I legitimately sent you several emails, and you opted for "Silent Treatment" Mr Truman, there is a clear indication to us all that your client didn't have funds for 3.1M to purchase 3 properties. Your client sent Quantity Surveyors, and Not Building Surveyors There has been no report produced in that respect. in fact you even paid rent for him whilst he resided in my flat. during the receiverhsip. as the property was going to be grabbed by Savills.
But Shockingly the same flat evaluated by Savills themselves 4 months earlier, conveniently was evaluated by the same. for near 220,000 apparently. I, the owner, wasn't even aware. The rent was paid weekly. as your client was going to pocket a property in Richmond massively under the market Value. You paid rent for him, i therefore kindly ask you to cover the unpaid rent and other losses that i incurred please.
No one is pressering your client for the purchase of these properties, the FACTS are there. That he was not there to purchase these properties, other than get hold of my repossessed property. In fact all has been a set up. Easy to prove otherwise. to showcase, the invisible and fantasy funds of your client Mr Nick Spysznyk. full crudential on line. for anyone reading response to our review.
No one can start any property purchases, without showcasing the availability of their funds, and you are well aware of that, and sadly i didn't know. To put this conspiracy to rest, i respectfully ask you again, to showcase his mortgage and funds, failure to do so, you are respectfully asked to refund my losses. well listed on number of mails This is what you wil get With TrueLegal. NoTHING TRUE Legal, i guess would be the best and most relevant company name.
Response from the ownera week ago. MR Truman oUR REVIEW IS Not Anonymous. Our client (who is not bankrupt) recently withdrew legitimately from pre-contract negotiations in connection with subject to contract and survey purchases of connected residential properties owned by the individual who has posted anonymously. Truelegal has provided a formal reply to her solicitor providing answers and confirming that we have no further comment.
Since our reply a few days ago she has bombarded our firm, her own solicitor, the estate agent and the professional valuer with vexatious emails accusing us all of fraud and conspiracy. Accusations that we have been anything other than professional are fully refuted by us. Peter Jackson
Peter Jackson
Sep 08, 2019
Colin Lothian
May 08, 2018
East Of Exe Eastofexe
Apr 22, 2018
Susan King
Apr 14, 2018
Truelegal was recommended to us by a broker after our solicitor left us in the lurch mid way through a deal. Martin stepped in, picked up the reigns and eventually completed the sale of our London based business. He was a pleasure to deal with, kept us informed of how things were progressing and was decent enough to keep to the fee we agreed at the outset - even though there was a lot more work involved than originally expected and we are very grateful for that.
We would highly recommend Truelegal because they are knowledgeable in their field and it was easy to meet with Martin because although Exeter based he is often in London. Thank you, Martin.
We would highly recommend Truelegal because they are knowledgeable in their field and it was easy to meet with Martin because although Exeter based he is often in London. Thank you, Martin.
Rejuvenation Chesterfield
Feb 03, 2018
This company has amazing customer care standards. I was having difficulty with a business lease and found truelegal after a general internet search. They replied to my general enquiry within a few out of business hours, asked to see the contract and again within a few hours of business hours they had reviewed it and called me to provide the advice free of charge. I will definitely use this company in the future for any legal assistance and without doubt would recommend them. Brilliantly efficient.
