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Rocket Lawyer UK @rocketlawyeruk.bsky.social · 4d

Who will look after your loved ones and your assets when you're gone? 🤔

✍️ With Rocket Lawyer’s Bespoke Will Drafting you can have peace of mind knowing your family’s future is secured 🔒 www.rocketlawyer.com/gb/en/will-w...

#LastWillAndTestament #EstatePlanning #FamilyLaw #FreeWillsMonth

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Rocket Lawyer UK @rocketlawyeruk.bsky.social · 9d

Planning a halloween party for the office this month? 🎃👻🍬

🔮 Learn more with our legal insight on planning work events www.rocketlawyer.com/gb/en/employ...

#OfficeParty #WorplaceCulture #HRPolicies #HalloweenParty #EmploymentLaw #Networking

Rocket Lawyer UK @rocketlawyeruk.bsky.social · 14d

🌟 We’re here to help you build your business (your version) strongly

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#TheLifeOfAShowgirl #TaylorSwift #BusinessPartners #LegalDocs #BusinessPlan

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Rocket Lawyer UK @rocketlawyeruk.bsky.social · 17d

Happy World Vegetarian Day! 🥗🥬🌱🔆🍎

👉 Read our new legal insight on the law on vegan food labelling in the UK and find out more www.rocketlawyer.com/gb/en/busine...

#WorldVegetarianDay #Vegan #FoodLabelling #UKFoodRegulations #BusinessLaw

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Rocket Lawyer UK @rocketlawyeruk.bsky.social · Sep 17

Are you and a friend thinking of starting a business together? 🤝

Understanding the basics of partnerships and how to split profits and make decisions is key to a successful endeavour. 💼

#Partnership #BusinessPartnership #SmallBusiness #BusinessLaw #LegalAgreement #LegalTips

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Rocket Lawyer UK @rocketlawyeruk.bsky.social · Sep 3

What makes a contract valid and legally binding? 📝

Making a good contract isn’t just about putting words on paper, but creating a solid and reliable document 🤝

#ContractLaw #LegalAdvice #BusinessLaw #SmallBusiness #LegalTech #Contracts101

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Rocket Lawyer UK @rocketlawyeruk.bsky.social · Aug 29

Choosing the right workplace is a key part of opening a business🏢📍

In the UK, how long do you think commercial leases usually run for?

Answer in the comments, then learn the answer with our legal guide on commercial leases 🚀 buff.ly/79nUp1h

#PropertyLaw #NewBusiness #CommercialLease

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What is a commercial lease? Is it the same thing as a commercial property lease? How to rent commercial property? Learn more about leasing commercial property.

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Rocket Lawyer UK @rocketlawyeruk.bsky.social · Aug 28

Think your love is endgame?📜 Best to get a prenup anyway!
Rocket Lawyer can help with that — and any other legal documents you need to update before saying “I do!”💍

#FamilyLawUK #UKLaw #Engagement #Prenup

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Rocket Lawyer UK @rocketlawyeruk.bsky.social · Aug 28

Attention all new business owners! 📢

For any starting or existing businesses, taking the right legal precautions can really dodge a bullet in the future 😉

#SMEUK #BusinessLaw #Startup #BusinessTips #NewBusiness

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Rocket Lawyer UK @rocketlawyeruk.bsky.social · Aug 27

Happy Lottery Day! 🎰🍀💰

Do you think a Lottery Agreement usually includes a syndicate manager?

Answer in the comments, then learn the answer with our Lottery Syndicate Agreement template and FAQs buff.ly/UtV4ojk

#InternationalLotteryDay #Lottery #PersonalFinances #Finances

Free Lottery Syndicate Form, Template & FAQs

Enter the lottery as a syndicate to increase your chances of winning. Set out clear rules for your lottery pool when you play lotto with others (eg co-workers).

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Rocket Lawyer UK @rocketlawyeruk.bsky.social · Aug 26

Renting a new place? be sure to check everything before moving! 📦🏡

Learn more with our full checklist for moving in 👉https://buff.ly/IGL4qmV

#UKProperty #UKLandlords #RealEstateLaw #Tenants #PropertyLaw

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Rocket Lawyer UK @rocketlawyeruk.bsky.social · Aug 25

Need an easier way to handle your business' legal documents?✅

👉 Read Claire McNeil's story and learn how Rocket Lawyer helped her business with easy-to-use legal documents. Find out how we can help you too! 🚀 buff.ly/fRgb2OC

#BusinessOwner #BusinessLaw #UKBusiness #UKProperty

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Rocket Lawyer UK @rocketlawyeruk.bsky.social · Aug 22

Long weekend ahead! 😎🏝️

How many months in advance should you start an event licensing process in the UK?📝

Answer in our poll, then learn the aswer with our legal guide on how to hold a festival buff.ly/dAglEzg

#BusinessLaw #SummerBankHoliday #Festival #PropertyLaw #LegalTech

How to hold your own festival

How do I hold a festival? Where do I apply for my own festival? What is an event licence? What other licences do I need? Find out about how to hold a festival.

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Rocket Lawyer UK @rocketlawyeruk.bsky.social · Aug 21

Starting a business is a dream for many people, but it’s important to not get caught up in excitement and overlook legal protections ⚖️🤝

Rocket Lawyer UK @rocketlawyeruk.bsky.social · Aug 21

Happy #WorldEntrepeneursDay !👔👨🏼💻

Does a Founders Agreement usually include founder roles and responsibilities?

Answer in the comments, then learn the answer with our Founders Agreement template and FAQs buff.ly/gl9We9N

#BusinessLaw #LegalTech #UKBusiness #Startup

Free Founders Agreement, Template & FAQs

Make a founders agreement when starting a company to set out how the startup will be owned and each founders' responsibilities. Try this founder agreement.

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Rocket Lawyer UK @rocketlawyeruk.bsky.social · Aug 20

The university year is just around the corner, are you thinking about moving closer to the campus?

Learn more about student lettings with our legal guide 🚀 buff.ly/DkTuw69

#Lodger #University #Renting #StudentLettings #RealEstateLaw #UKProperty #UniversityLife

Rocket Lawyer UK @rocketlawyeruk.bsky.social · Aug 19

“Photography for me is not looking, it’s feeling.” - Don McCullin 📸

If you’re a photographer, or an enthusiast thinking about starting a photography business 🖼️, learn more about freelancing with our legal guide 🚀https://buff.ly/rAe0vKt

#LegalTech #Freelancing #WorldPhotographyDay #BusinessLaw

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Rocket Lawyer UK @rocketlawyeruk.bsky.social · Aug 15

Happy #NationalRelaxationDay!🪫🧘🏻🍃

Can UK employees request flexible working from their first day of employment?

Answer in the comments, then learn the answer with our Flexible Working Policy template and FAQs buff.ly/GScwIxA

#Relaxation #WorkLifeBalance #EmploymentLaw

Rocket Lawyer UK @rocketlawyeruk.bsky.social · Aug 14

Evicting tenants?🏡 Be careful, it may require more attention than it seems!🚨

👉 Learn more and get help with your documents with our Eviction Notice Review Service🚀 buff.ly/7l0d3Vm

#UKProperty #Tenants #RealEstate #PropertyManagement #RealEstateUK #Renting #UKRentals

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Rocket Lawyer UK @rocketlawyeruk.bsky.social · Aug 12

Happy #InternationalYouthDay ! 👧🏽👶🏻👦🏼

Do you think children in the UK can share their views on decisions that affect them?

Answer in the comments, then learn the answer with our legal guide on children’s rights and responsibilities 🚀 buff.ly/9Y0LWbj

#FamilyLaw #Children #Youth

Children’s rights and responsibilities

What rights to childrens have? Can I employ a child? Read this guide to learn more about child law.

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Rocket Lawyer UK @rocketlawyeruk.bsky.social · Aug 11

We work hard so you don’t have to worry! 😌

You can learn more and make your own Tenancy Agreement easily - just like Angela did - with our template and FAQs buff.ly/VxVTG94

#UKProperty #PropertyLaw #Tenants #RealEstate #RealEstateLaw #Tenancy #LegalTech

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Rocket Lawyer UK @rocketlawyeruk.bsky.social · Aug 10

Is your favourite fast-fashion brand secretly a slow-pay brand? Boo 👎😤💸

But, as a consumer, you still have rights! Learn more about refunding and returning with our legal guide 🛒 buff.ly/lQWG8KG

#ConsumerRights #OnlineShopping #Refund #KnowYourRights #ECommerce

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Rocket Lawyer UK @rocketlawyeruk.bsky.social · Aug 8

Office sharing has been on the rise for the past few years. If you share an office, or are thinking about doing so, having a written agreement📝 is a good way to set out terms and prevent future conflicts🤝

Rocket Lawyer UK @rocketlawyeruk.bsky.social · Aug 8

Tomorrow’s the International Coworking Day 👩‍💻🧑‍💻

Is an Office Sharing Agreement considered a type of lease?

👉 Answer in the comments, then learn the answer with our Office Sharing Agreement template and FAQs www.rocketlawyer.com/gb/en/proper...

#Coworking #Office #BusinessLaw #Property

Office Sharing Agreement, Template & FAQs

Rent out spare workstations in your office. Licensing spare office space to other businesses is useful and lucrative. Try this free office sharing agreement.

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Rocket Lawyer UK @rocketlawyeruk.bsky.social · Aug 7

Some big changes are coming to private renting ⚖️. Better keep an eye out for them 🔍

👉 Learn more about the changes and what they mean with our legal guide buff.ly/AP1Afur

#RealEstate #RentersRightsBill #UKProperty #PropertyLaw #Renting #Tenants

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