Sector
specialisms
Retail
The retail industry is fast-moving and exciting. It’s no secret that the nature of retail is evolving, it simply has no limits. While the UK high street has seen big names depart, online retail is enjoying a boom period as businesses continue to innovate to meet consumer demand.
Whether you’re a start-up fashion label or an established cosmetics brand, our experience of working with a wide range of retailers, from garden centres to designer outlets, means that we get it – we know how tough it can be and our team is ready to help.
We advise businesses operating across the retail sector including in food, beauty, automotive, fashion and luxury retail both in the UK and internationally.
Irwin Mitchell is the legal partner to the retail industry. You can trust that our specialist teams have the depth of experience to support your business. Whether you’re navigating the challenges of ESG, dealing with the impact of GDPR or looking at ways to protect your IP, we have the right blend of experience and expertise to get the job done.
Retail
The retail industry is fast-moving and exciting. It’s no secret that the nature of retail is evolving, it simply has no limits. While the UK high street has seen big names depart, online retail is enjoying a boom period as businesses continue to innovate to meet consumer demand.
Whether you’re a start-up fashion label or an established cosmetics brand, our experience of working with a wide range of retailers, from garden centres to designer outlets, means that we get it – we know how tough it can be and our team is ready to help.
We advise businesses operating across the retail sector including in food, beauty, automotive, fashion and luxury retail both in the UK and internationally.
Irwin Mitchell is the legal partner to the retail industry. You can trust that our specialist teams have the depth of experience to support your business. Whether you’re navigating the challenges of ESG, dealing with the impact of GDPR or looking at ways to protect your IP, we have the right blend of experience and expertise to get the job done.
Hospitality
Restaurants and hotels, pubs and coffee shops, fast food and fine dining – the hospitality industry is incredibly diverse and employs vast numbers of people.
We understand the immense pressures facing your sector and already act as a strategic advisor to many businesses, ranging from FTSE-listed operations to franchised brands.
From day one, the Irwin Mitchell team will work as an extension of your own. This means you can focus on what really matters – looking after your employees, delivering for your customers and growing your business.
Evolving immigration laws, shifting consumer demands around health, as well as broader environmental factors are constantly influencing the sector. On top of this, technology and data are revolutionising every aspect of business, from farm to fork.
With us by your side, you can be confident that we’ll provide clear legal advice, tailored to the needs of your business.
Hospitality
Restaurants and hotels, pubs and coffee shops, fast food and fine dining – the hospitality industry is incredibly diverse and employs vast numbers of people.
We understand the immense pressures facing your sector and already act as a strategic advisor to many businesses, ranging from FTSE-listed operations to franchised brands.
From day one, the Irwin Mitchell team will work as an extension of your own. This means you can focus on what really matters – looking after your employees, delivering for your customers and growing your business.
Evolving immigration laws, shifting consumer demands around health, as well as broader environmental factors are constantly influencing the sector. On top of this, technology and data are revolutionising every aspect of business, from farm to fork.
With us by your side, you can be confident that we’ll provide clear legal advice, tailored to the needs of your business.
Leisure and fitness
From gyms to activity centres and casinos to camping, the leisure industry includes a multitude of businesses of all sizes.
We have a demonstrable track record as an adviser to many businesses in this sector and have a deep understanding of the pressures you face, including economic uncertainty, rising costs, skills shortages, and changes in consumer behaviour.
Today’s consumers demand so much more from their favourite brands in many areas like sustainability, sourcing and packaging, but they also look for a better experience when they engage with you and are happy to share their views on social media.
Our specialists are well-versed in the challenges this can bring and can help you navigate complex regulatory frameworks, health and safety standards and evolving consumer trends.
We’ll combine our industry knowledge with our legal expertise to minimise your exposure to risk, protect your brand, remove the barriers to growth and help you maximise opportunities so you can deliver on your objectives.
Leisure and fitness
From gyms to activity centres and casinos to camping, the leisure industry includes a multitude of businesses of all sizes.
We have a demonstrable track record as an adviser to many businesses in this sector and have a deep understanding of the pressures you face, including economic uncertainty, rising costs, skills shortages, and changes in consumer behaviour.
Today’s consumers demand so much more from their favourite brands in many areas like sustainability, sourcing and packaging, but they also look for a better experience when they engage with you and are happy to share their views on social media.
Our specialists are well-versed in the challenges this can bring and can help you navigate complex regulatory frameworks, health and safety standards and evolving consumer trends.
We’ll combine our industry knowledge with our legal expertise to minimise your exposure to risk, protect your brand, remove the barriers to growth and help you maximise opportunities so you can deliver on your objectives.
Franchising
If you’re thinking about buying your first franchise or franchising your business around the world, we can support you on every step of your franchise journey.
Cyber security, employment law and planning regulations are just some of the issues that all franchise businesses must manage. The benefit of partnering with one of the largest full-service legal advisory firms is that we can do everything – one team for everything your business needs.
Franchising can be a great way to expand your business and develop your brand. We have a close partnership with some of the leading business membership associations so we can really help you put your franchise on the map.
If you’re thinking about franchising your company, you can rest assured that we have the experience to support you. We offer clear advice on brand protection and people practices and can also support you internationally, whether you’re entering the UK or an overseas market.
Franchising
If you’re thinking about buying your first franchise or franchising your business around the world, we can support you on every step of your franchise journey.
Cyber security, employment law and planning regulations are just some of the issues that all franchise businesses must manage. The benefit of partnering with one of the largest full-service legal advisory firms is that we can do everything – one team for everything your business needs.
Franchising can be a great way to expand your business and develop your brand. We have a close partnership with some of the leading business membership associations so we can really help you put your franchise on the map.
If you’re thinking about franchising your company, you can rest assured that we have the experience to support you. We offer clear advice on brand protection and people practices and can also support you internationally, whether you’re entering the UK or an overseas market.