Your choice of trading method (PSC, CIS, Umbrella, Sole Trader, LLP, PAYE) will dictate what level of legal services you need.
The following services matrix gives guidance on those key issues that you will need to undertake and do yourself, or outsource to Freelance World or an appropriate professional.
| Legal Service | PSC | LLP | CIS | STR | UMB |
| Incorporation & Legislation | |||||
| Contract Review | |||||
| Employment Contracts | |||||
| Employment Law Advice | |||||
| Legislation Advice | |||||
| Claims Advice | |||||
| General Legal Work | |||||
| Company Secretary | |||||
| Bad Debt Collection |
Trading Method Key
PSC = Personal Service Company
LLP = Limited Liability Partnership
CIS = Construction Industry Scheme
STR = Sole Trader
UMB = Umbrella
For more information about the different types of legal services, please read through our handy Fact Sheets.