Corporate Solicitors

We provide expert guidance on every stage of establishing and growing your business

Pragmatic support from experienced corporate solicitors​

At Goughs, our specialist corporate solicitors deliver tailored and pragmatic advice designed to support businesses at every stage of their journey. As a trusted corporate law firm, we work with clients across a wide range of industries, including professional services, agriculture, manufacturing, and hospitality.

Our team provides clear and commercially focused business law services, ensuring you have the right guidance to make confident decisions. With extensive experience in delivering corporate legal services, we’re here to help you protect your interests.

Setting up a Business

Our corporate solicitors provide clear guidance on setting up your business, from incorporation to bespoke agreements, so you can start up with confidence.

Buying or Selling a Business Solicitors

Through our comprehensive corporate legal services, we ensure that every aspect of your business purchase or sale is handled with precision and efficiency.

Corporate Agreements

Whether you’re updating existing contracts or drafting new ones, our corporate solicitors provide the guidance needed to keep your business ahead of potential risks.

Corporate Re-Structure & Growth

Our hands-on corporate legal services help you adapt to tough times, create a recovery plan, and position your business to thrive.

Commercial Contracts

As part of our wider business law services, we help you negotiate and secure contracts that turn your business objectives into clear, enforceable terms.

Just some of our clients

Stonewood
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Healthmatic

Why choose Goughs solicitors

Business decisions often carry significant legal implications. Our team of experienced corporate solicitors ensure you have trusted advisors by your side who understand both the law and the realities of running a business.

The value we bring to Corporate clients

  • Commercial awareness: We focus on practical solutions, not just legal theory.
  • Clarity and transparency: Straightforward advice without unnecessary jargon.
  • Personal service: Building long-term relationships to support you at every stage,
  • Local strength, national reach: With offices across Wiltshire and a strong network of professional connections.

Supporting businesses across all sectors

We work with companies in a wide range of industries, from technology and manufacturing to retail, healthcare, and professional services. No matter your sector, you can rely on our business law services to give you the confidence to make informed decisions and move your business forward.

Don't risk your business: Trust the experts

Popular questions about corporate legal services

Not at all. Small and medium businesses benefit greatly from legal advice. Even straightforward matters like drafting agreements or preparing for growth can prevent costly disputes later on.

Absolutely. Investors want reassurance that a business is legally secure. Having clear sharehold agreements, compliant records, and sound governance in place makes your business more attractive to potential backers and helps facilitate smoother investment negotiations.

It’s always best to involve a corporate solicitor early on. Whether you’re setting up, planning for growth, or about to enter into important agreements, getting legal advice upfront helps ensure everything is properly in place and runs smoothly.

Our clients rate us as excellent

D H

Professional, responsive and communicative at all times during the time they provided legal services to our business.

Chambers & Partners

The team is exceptional at grasping complex matters.

Paul Ealey

Gemma combines sound commercial judgement with a refreshing clarity and approach.  An excellent commercial lawyer.

J B, Melksham

Very helpful, efficient friendly staff. My business matter was dealt with very well. I would be happy to recommend Goughs Solicitors.

Legal 500

The commercial property team is very responsive and efficient. They are also very nice people to deal with!

T R, Chippenham

I have dealt with Goughs on a professional level for over 10 years. I have always found them to be a diligent and trustworthy company, always willing to help when I contact them. They are truly professional and hard working people. As a result of their ongoing professionalism and friendly manner, I always recommend them to my clients.

Your Corporate & Commercial legal team

Associate Solicitor

Solicitor

Senior Associate

Partner and Head of Corporate & Commercial

Partner and Head of Corporate & Commercial

Senior Associate

Solicitor

Associate Solicitor

Why work with Goughs?

Local since 1882, with an excellent reputation

First-class, effective service

Largest solicitors in Wiltshire

Seven offices throughout the county

Nationally accredited law firm

Recognised by Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners

Our Offices

Calne

The Strand, Calne
Wiltshire, SN11 0JU

01249 812086

Chippenham

Mill House, 1 New Road
Chippenham, Wiltshire
SN15 1EJ

01249 444499

Corsham

23 Pickwick Road, Corsham,
Wiltshire, SN13 9BH

01249 712193

Devizes

Ramsbury House
30 Market Place, Devizes
Wiltshire, SN10 1JG

01380 726913

Melksham

5 Bath Road, Melksham
Wiltshire, SN12 6LN

01225 703036

Trowbridge

2 Fore Street, Trowbridge
Wiltshire, BA14 8HX

01225 762683

Greenways

Unit 5
Greenways Business Park
Bellinger Close, Chippenham
SN15 1BN

01249 475880

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