E-Commerce Solicitors
Our expert e-commerce solicitors provide tailored advice to help you trade online with confidence.
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E-commerce is now an essential part of the business landscape, offering companies the ability to reach wider audiences and streamline operations. However, selling online presents distinct legal challenges that must be carefully managed.
From consumer rights and data privacy to contractual obligations and intellectual property protection, ensuring compliance is key to minimising risk and securing long-term success.
At Slater Heelis, our experienced commercial solicitors provide expert legal guidance tailored to the needs of online businesses. Whether you are launching a new e-commerce platform or refining your existing operations, we help your business meet legal requirements while safeguarding your commercial interests.
If you’re looking for reliable and straightforward advice, contact our commercial solicitors in Manchester and Sale by filling out our contact form or call 03300 299 419.
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Ensuring Compliance in Online Trading
E-commerce businesses must comply with a range of regulations governing online transactions, including:
- Consumer rights laws – Ensuring your terms and conditions are legally enforceable and compliant with distance selling and digital contract regulations.
- Data protection and privacy – Advising on UK GDPR compliance, cookies policies, and protecting customer information.
- Intellectual property protection – Safeguarding digital assets, trademarks, and copyrighted content.
- Electronic marketing laws – Ensuring advertising and customer engagement strategies comply with relevant legislation.
- Website terms and policies – Drafting clear and comprehensive terms of use, privacy policies, and acceptable use agreements.
Supporting Your Business Growth
Our team works with both start-ups and established businesses to develop legally sound e-commerce strategies. We assist with:
- Drafting and reviewing terms and conditions for online sales
- Advising on distance selling regulations and consumer rights
- Structuring digital marketing practices to comply with advertising laws
- Negotiating website development agreements, hosting agreements, and maintenance agreements
- Ensuring payment processing and refund policies align with industry standards.
Taking Your Business Online
For businesses shifting from in-person operations to an online marketplace, ensuring a smooth transition is critical.
Moving online presents new challenges, from structuring contracts for digital transactions to understanding data protection laws that apply to customer interactions.
At Slater Heelis, we help businesses through this shift, advising on online terms and conditions, service agreements and more.
Whether you’re setting up a website, developing an app, or integrating online payment solutions, our legal experts provide strategic guidance to protect your business and support long-term success.
We’re a full-service firm benefiting from in-house employment, corporate, property and dispute resolution services and experts.
Contact our commercial team today to discuss how we can help safeguard your business with clear, effective terms and conditions.
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If you need expert advice on commercial matters, we’re here to help. Contact us today to discuss your situation with one of our experienced commercial solicitors.
