Corporate/Commercial & Employment Law
E: satia.chotai@kingsley-wood.com
Satia is a highly accomplished Solicitor with a dual specialisation in corporate/commercial law and non-contentious employment law. With 10 years of experience in the legal industry initially as a paralegal and then qualifying as a Solicitor, Satia has become a trusted advisor to a wide range of clients, from start-ups and SMEs to large corporations. Her extensive legal knowledge, coupled with a pragmatic approach, ensures that her clients receive strategic, business-oriented advice tailored to their specific needs.
Areas of Expertise:
Corporate/Commercial Law:
Mergers and Acquisitions: Satia assists Partners at Kingsley Wood with advising on the full spectrum of M&A transactions, from due diligence and negotiation to contract drafting and post-completion matters.
Corporate Governance: Providing guidance on corporate structure, directors’ duties, shareholder agreements, and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
Commercial Contracts: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements, including supply contracts, joint venture agreements, shareholder agreements, and terms of business.
Company Formation and Structuring: Assisting with the formation of new businesses, including the selection of appropriate legal structures and advising on corporate reorganisations.
Employment Law (Non-Contentious):
Employment Contracts: Drafting and reviewing employment contracts, service agreements, and consultancy agreements to ensure compliance with employment law and best practices.
HR Policies and Procedures: Developing and implementing comprehensive HR policies, handbooks, and procedures to align with current legislation and support effective workforce management.
Employment Law Compliance: Advising on compliance with employment law, including working time regulations, equality and diversity, and data protection issues.
Satia is known for her clear, concise, and commercially-driven legal advice. She understands that legal solutions must align with her clients’ business objectives, and she works closely with them to provide practical, cost-effective advice that mitigates risks and maximises opportunities.
Her clients value her ability to break down complex legal issues into manageable solutions, helping them to navigate the legal landscape with confidence.
Satia has recently drafted shareholder agreements and joint venture agreements for a property management business and has assisted a tech business with their terms and conditions.
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Satia worked under and trained under the supervision of our CEO at various law firms including the London Law Practice and then Taylor Rose.
Neil Morjaria - M&M Financial Services