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EM Law - Commercial Law Solicitors in London @emlaw.co.uk · 17d

Another gem found in our Shoreditch 🌺

#londonlawfirm #commerciallawyers #shoreditchbusiness

EM Law - Commercial Law Solicitors in London @emlaw.co.uk · 21d

📘 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...

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.

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EM Law - Commercial Law Solicitors in London @emlaw.co.uk · Sep 18

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.

EM Law - Commercial Law Solicitors in London @emlaw.co.uk · Sep 17

Every brick a canvas 🍳

#ShoredichOffice #WeAreShoreditch #BusinessLawyers

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EM Law - Commercial Law Solicitors in London @emlaw.co.uk · Sep 16

🚨 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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How to Handle Data Protection Complaints - ICO Draft Guidance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.

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EM Law - Commercial Law Solicitors in London @emlaw.co.uk · Sep 11

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...

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.

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EM Law - Commercial Law Solicitors in London @emlaw.co.uk · Aug 22

🚨 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...

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.

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EM Law - Commercial Law Solicitors in London @emlaw.co.uk · Jul 15

When you have work to do but fire alarm in your building makes other plans 👨‍🚒🚒
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#lawfirm #lawfirmlife #londonlawyers #emlaw

EM Law - Commercial Law Solicitors in London @emlaw.co.uk · Jul 1

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

our EM Law team at The AI Summit London 2025

EM Law - Commercial Law Solicitors in London @emlaw.co.uk · Jun 27

Summer has finally arrived and we are all getting jazzed up
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#lawfirmlife #londonlawyers #summersessions #jazzvibes

holding two glasses of espresso martinis

EM Law - Commercial Law Solicitors in London @emlaw.co.uk · Jun 26

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

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.

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EM Law - Commercial Law Solicitors in London @emlaw.co.uk · Jun 4

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-...

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.

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EM Law - Commercial Law Solicitors in London @emlaw.co.uk · Jun 3

A daily dichotomy of our Shoreditch.

#EMLaw #Shoreditch #StreetArt #LawyerLife #ShoreditchGraffiti #WalkinginShoreditch

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EM Law - Commercial Law Solicitors in London @emlaw.co.uk · May 16

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

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.

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EM Law - Commercial Law Solicitors in London @emlaw.co.uk · May 15

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

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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.

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EM Law - Commercial Law Solicitors in London @emlaw.co.uk · May 13

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

#EMLaw #Shoreditch #StreetArt #LawyerLife #ShoreditchGraffiti #ShoreditchWalks

image of a building in Shoreditch, London with graffiti showing on the side

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EM Law - Commercial Law Solicitors in London @emlaw.co.uk · May 2

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? :)

EM Law - Commercial Law Solicitors in London @emlaw.co.uk · Apr 30

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.

EM Law - Commercial Law Solicitors in London @emlaw.co.uk · Apr 29

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

#LawFirm #ParalegaLife #EMLaw #UKLaw #LegalSky

EM Law - Commercial Law Solicitors in London @emlaw.co.uk · Apr 14

A Shoreditch fairytale tucked away nearby

#EMLaw #Shoreditch #GraffitiArt #ADayInALifeOfALawyer

EM Law - Commercial Law Solicitors in London @emlaw.co.uk · Apr 9

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

#lifeofalawyer #officelife #healthymorning #EMLaw #commerciallawyers

EM Law - Commercial Law Solicitors in London @emlaw.co.uk · Apr 8

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-...

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.

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EM Law - Commercial Law Solicitors in London @emlaw.co.uk · Mar 31

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

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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'.

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EM Law - Commercial Law Solicitors in London @emlaw.co.uk · Mar 26

Capturing the atmosphere on one spring evening ✨🏙️

#EMLaw #CitySkyline #EveningInLondon #LifeOfALawyer

EM Law - Commercial Law Solicitors in London @emlaw.co.uk · Mar 20

Shoreditch March chronicles 🎨🎭

#ShoreditchStreetArt #LifeOfALawyer #LawFirmLondon

image of a statue overlooking Shoreditch