Agency
A principal appoints an agent to negotiate and conclude sales on their behalf.
Franchise
This model concerns the owner of a business who has developed a good reputation and an efficient system. Once this has been done, the owner can allow (i.e. franchise) others to use and operate the business’ name and system.
Distribution
A manufacturer agrees to allow a distributor to sell its products. A distributor is similar to an agent except that the distributor is selling on his own behalf and does not have the ability to enter into binding contracts on behalf of the manufacturer.
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"I have always received excellent service from Actons, with their attention to detail, commercial outlook and clear communication standing out. The service received has been of a standard that you would expect from a significantly larger firm. I would have no hesitation in recommending the Actons team for corporate and commercial work."The Legal 500 2023: Corporate & Commercial: Nottingham & Derby
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The Legal 500 2023: Corporate & Commercial: Nottingham & Derby"Actons primarily acts for owner-managed businesses and SME’s in a wide variety of corporate, commercial and finance related instructions up to the value of £50m. Firm chairman Simon Dakin and Peter Flowerday are its key contacts."
"Actons have acted for NEST Management Limited for over 10 years on all legal matters including a range of complex agreements, trademarks, property and employment. During that time Simon has been our key advisor and has helped us in all aspects of our legal requirements. We are delighted to work with Simon who we see as vital extension of our own team and an important part of our Company’s success."Gerard Turvey, Managing Director of NEST Management
The Legal 500 2021: Corporate & Commercial: Nottingham & DerbyNoted for its particular investment in the private healthcare industry, Actons 'very professional' team focuses primarily on advising owner-managed businesses and SMEs on acquisitions and disposals. Simon Dakin continues to be very active in multimillion-pound corporate transactions. The 'diligent and hardworking' Peter Flowerday has considerable expertise assisting clients with corporate and commercial deals.