EM Law - Commercial Law Solicitors in London

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Shareholders’ Agreements: The Complete Guide for SMEs Read complete shareholders' agreement guide explaining what its is, why it matters, the key terms to include and common pitfalls to avoid.

📘 Your Complete Guide to Shareholders’ Agreements

Thinking of setting up or growing a company with others? Our guide breaks down what a #shareholdersagreement is, why it matters, and how to get it right - with real lessons from the courtroom.

Read more 👉 emlaw.co.uk/shareholders...

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We were honoured to join the celebrations of the Slovak Constitution Day at the Slovak Embassy yesterday. We spent a lovely evening filled with great conversations, new connections and a lot of delicious Slovak food and snacks. A big thank you to the Embassy for their kind hospitality.

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Every brick a canvas 🍳

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How to Handle Data Protection Complaints - ICO Draft Guidance From June 2026, all organisations will need to have a process for handling data protection complaints - learn about the key obligations.

🚨 New Legal Obligations from June 2026 – Time to Prepare

Under the DUAA, all organisations will soon be legally required to have a process for handling data protection complaints.

We outline the practical steps organisations should be taking now to be ready.

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EU: Concept of Personal Data – The Court of Justice’s Clarification in EDPS v SRB Do person’s opinions count as their personal data? Read about a recent judgment, the Court of Justice of the European Union in EDPS v SRB.

Where do personal opinions and pseudonymised information fit within EU data protection law? The Court of Justice of the EU has just ruled in EDPS v SRB - addressing two big questions.

Read our blog: emlaw.co.uk/eu-concept-o...

CMA Begins to Crack Down on Fake Website Reviews Learn about the new ban of fake or misleading consumer reviews requiring businesses to prevent their publication. Ensure your compliance now.

🚨 The CMA has begun enforcing new DMCCA rules banning fake & misleading reviews. Over half of 100+ sites reviewed weren’t compliant – risking fines, reputational damage & scrutiny.

Our blog explains what counts as a fake review & how to stay compliant 👉 emlaw.co.uk/cma-begins-t...

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When you have work to do but fire alarm in your building makes other plans 👨‍🚒🚒
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our EM Law team at The AI Summit London 2025

our EM Law team at The AI Summit London 2025

our EM Law team at The AI Summit London 2025

The AI Summit London 2025 debate

Team AI, but make it legal. 😎
We attended the AI Summit London, staying close to the conversations shaping the future of AI and the industries our clients work in.
From brilliant minds to bold startup pitches, we explored what’s next—and had some fun with AI demos!
#AILaw #LegalInnovation #AISummit

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Summer has finally arrived and we are all getting jazzed up
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23andMe's ICO Fine Explained: What Went Wrong - and How Your Business Can Avoid the Same Fate Learn about ICO's enforcement against a generic testing company 23andMe.

23andMe fined £2.31M by the UK ICO over serious data protection failures. From credential-stuffing to weak security, it’s a wake-up call for any organisation handling sensitive data.

What went wrong - and what can you learn from it?

emlaw.co.uk/23andmes-ico...

#GDPR #DataProtection #23andMe #ICO

Third-Party Rights Enforcement – the Surprisingly Predictable Judgment in HNW Lending Ltd v Lawrence [2025] EWHC 908 (Ch) Read EM Law case study on HNW Lending Ltd v Lawrence [2025] that brings welcome clarity to The Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999.

A new ruling in HNW v Lawrence clarifies how and when third parties can enforce contract terms under The Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999.

An important update for contract law.

#ContractLaw #UKLaw #EMLaw

Read more 👉 emlaw.co.uk/third-party-...

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A daily dichotomy of our Shoreditch.

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AI as a Service Agreement Are you about to sign an AIaaS? In this blog, we break down what AIaaS agreements are and what you should keep in mind when signing one.

Using AI tools in your business? You might already be in an AIaaS deal—without realising the legal risks.

Who owns the data? Who's liable if AI fails? What about IP?

A must-read for any business using AI tools—or building them. emlaw.co.uk/ai-as-a-serv...

#AIaaS #AILaw #TechContracts #IPLaw

Update on AI and Copyright in the UK Read about the latest update on AI and Copyright law in the UK and legal changes for UK innovation and the protection of creative rights.

UK Copyright Law & AI: What’s Changing

We break down the Government's consultation, the ICO’s stance & the evolving Data Bill. We also cover the creative industry’s reaction and what it all means for the future of IP, innovation and AI regulation. #AI #Copyright #UKLaw

emlaw.co.uk/update-on-ai...

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In Shoreditch, there are no dull moments — or dull walls.

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Hello! We specialise in advising tech, SaaS and AI startups on all things legal and data protection. We also write free blogs with legal insights and tips for SME’s. Could we join, please? :)

Great idea for a starter pack! Would you consider including us as well? We share a lot of tech and AI legal insights in our blogs.

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Our paralegal Barbora ordering a morning boost ahead of her proofreading session ✓☕💪

#LawFirm #ParalegaLife #EMLaw #UKLaw #LegalSky

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A Shoreditch fairytale tucked away nearby

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Starting the day in the office on a high note 🍊📄

#lifeofalawyer #officelife #healthymorning #EMLaw #commerciallawyers

Half-Secret Commissions – the Decision of the Court of Appeal in Expert Tooling and Automation Limited v Engie Power Limited [2025] EWCA Civ 292 Learn about half-secret commission and a forthcoming Supreme Court case in Expert Tooling and Automation Limited v Engie Power Limited.

Court of Appeal clarifies the law on “half-secret” commissions in Expert Tooling v Engie [2025]. A key read for anyone using or acting as an agent.
#AgencyLaw #CommercialLaw #FiduciaryDuties #LegalUpdate #HalfSecretCommissions

Read our blog here: emlaw.co.uk/half-secret-...

Data Protection Update:  Direct Marketing – The Facebook Case Learn why Meta had to stop processing O’Carroll’s data for direct marketing and profiling in the landmark 'Facebook Case'.

Meta Backs Down on Ad Targeting 🚨

Meta will stop targeting a Facebook user with ads after she challenged its profiling tactics. We break down the case, its impact on marketing, and key takeaways for businesses.

#DataPrivacy #DirectMarketing #Meta #UKGDPR #Facebook

emlaw.co.uk/data-protect...

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Capturing the atmosphere on one spring evening ✨🏙️

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Shoreditch March chronicles 🎨🎭

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Last Friday, EM Law turned rock n’ roll. Everybody donning a black leather jacket, we went to see our ex-paralegal-turned-indie-star @sheepishsheepishsheepish at his EP launch at Hackney’s @paperdressvintage. What a show!

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Avoid Costly Surprises: Expert Commercial Lease Reviews Understand the terms of your commercial property lease and avoid risks that lead to costly surprises - get an expert commercial lease review.

Hidden pitfalls in #CommercialLeases — are you at risk? Many tenants unknowingly sign leases with costly surprises. Unexpected service charges, restrictive clauses, and hidden liabilities can bring devastating consequences.

Find out more: emlaw.co.uk/avoid-costly...

#LeaseRisks

EU AI Act – Overview EU Artificial Intelligence Act: AI regulation has arrived in the EU. Learn about its scope and requirements on individuals and organisations.

The EU AI Act has arrived.

Whether you’re using AI tools like ChatGPT, developing cutting-edge models, selling, distributing, or importing AI systems, the EU AI Act introduces new rules that you need to understand. #AI #EUAIAct #AILaw

Learn more in our latest blog: emlaw.co.uk/eu-ai-act-ov...

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Image of London skyline on a sunny day from EM Law office rooftop

Image of London skyline on a sunny day from EM Law office rooftop

What a week ☀️ After nearly a full week of sunshine, London is almost feeling like summer… almost! Had to come up to our office rooftop to soak it all in for a moment.

#EMLaw #LawOffice #LondonSun #OfficeViews #RooftopVibes

Copyright and Artificial Intelligence: UK Government Consultation Closed Read EM Law blog for the latest update on the UK intellectual property law, AI copyright and the challenges posed by the use of AI in the UK.

AI & IP Law: What’s Next? The UK Gov’s AI & IP consultation just closed (25/02/25). Key proposals: a new opt-out for AI training data & changes to AI-generated content rights. What does this mean for creators & developers?
#AI #IntellectualProperty#UKLaw

Read more: emlaw.co.uk/copyright-an...