Commercial Transactions
Experienced legal support for business sales and commercial agreements.
Commercial Transactions & Business Sales
Commercial transactions often involve significant financial and legal decisions. Clear advice at the right time can help protect interests, manage risk, and support successful outcomes. At Murphy Rice & Co Solicitors, legal advice is provided to businesses and individuals involved in a wide range of commercial transactions. Eoin has recently advised on the sale of veterinary practices, physiotherapy practices and several private companies. It’s a multi-disciplinary process but one which we have extensive experience on.
Advice is practical, commercially focused, and tailored to the specific circumstances of each transaction.
Commercial Services Provided
Advice is provided on a range of commercial matters, including:
Sale and purchase of businesses
Asset and share purchase agreements
Commercial contracts and agreements
Business restructuring and ownership transfers
Advising owner-managed businesses and partnerships
Negotiation and completion of commercial transactions
Where commercial property forms part of a wider transaction, advice is provided in conjunction with property-related legal requirements.Clear, Practical Advice
Property transactions can be complex and time-sensitive. We guide clients through each stage of the process, explaining documentation, outlining key steps, and keeping matters moving where possible.
We place a strong emphasis on communication, ensuring clients understand what is required and are kept informed as their transaction progresses.
Practical, Commercially Focused Advice
Commercial transactions often require balancing legal considerations with commercial objectives. Advice is given in a clear and measured way, with an emphasis on identifying key issues, managing risk, and supporting informed decision-making.
Each transaction is approached with an understanding of the commercial realities involved, helping clients move matters forward efficiently while ensuring appropriate protections are in place.
Supporting Business Decisions
Whether buying or selling a business, entering into a commercial agreement, or restructuring an existing arrangement, legal advice is tailored to the specific objectives of the transaction.
Clear communication is maintained throughout, ensuring that clients understand the legal implications of each stage and the options available to them.
Why Clients Choose Murphy Rice & Co Solicitors
Practical and commercially aware legal advice
Experience advising on business sales and commercial agreements
A clear and measured approach to negotiation and completion
Focus on protecting interests and supporting sound business decisions
Frequently Asked Questions
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A commercial transaction generally involves the sale, purchase, or restructuring of a business or business assets, or the negotiation of commercial agreements. This can include business sales, share or asset transfers, and contractual arrangements between parties.
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While not every transaction is the same, legal advice is strongly recommended when buying or selling a business. A solicitor can help identify risks, review agreements, and ensure that the transaction is structured and completed correctly.
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A business sale typically involves the transfer of assets, shares, contracts, or goodwill, whereas a property transaction relates to land or buildings. Some transactions involve both, but they are legally distinct and require different considerations.
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Yes. Legal advice is frequently provided to owner-managed businesses, partnerships, and small to medium-sized enterprises on a range of commercial matters, including business sales and contractual arrangements.
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It is advisable to seek legal advice as early as possible, ideally before terms are agreed. Early involvement can help clarify obligations, manage risk, and avoid issues that may arise later in the transaction.