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At Rubric Law, our specialist ecommerce lawyers advise digital businesses, retailers, and tech entrepreneurs on all areas of ecommerce law. From start-up structuring to international expansion, we provide strategic, sector-specific legal support. With strong M&A capabilities, we frequently act on high-value acquisitions and sales of ecommerce businesses.
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Our ecommerce lawyers advise clients on a wide range of matters, including:
✓ Buying or selling ecommerce businesses and online brands
✓ Terms and conditions for websites, platforms, and apps
✓ Consumer protection, returns policies, and compliance
✓ Data protection, privacy policies, and cookie compliance
✓ Intellectual property protection, licensing, and brand enforcement
✓ Payment processing, platform agreements, and supply chain contracts
✓ Shareholder agreements and investment structuring
✓ M&A due diligence and deal support for digital assets
The ecommerce sector is fast-moving, highly competitive, and increasingly regulated. At Rubric Law, our ecommerce lawyers provide clear, responsive legal advice to help digital businesses grow, protect their assets, and successfully manage risk. Whether you are launching a new platform, scaling internationally, or selling your online business, we work as a proactive legal partner to support your commercial goals.
We have significant experience in ecommerce M&A transactions, acting for both buyers and sellers of online businesses, DTC brands, and digital marketplaces. These deals often involve complex structuring, cross-border elements, software assets, IP transfers, and data protection risks. Our team handles all legal aspects of the transaction, including due diligence, drafting of the sale agreement, and post-completion matters. For high-value and multi-brand deals, we bring the experience and coordination required to complete efficiently and securely.
Beyond M&A, our team supports clients with a wide range of ecommerce law matters. We regularly draft and review terms and conditions, privacy policies, and supply chain agreements tailored to the specific risks and needs of ecommerce operations. Whether you’re dealing with international logistics, third-party platforms, or customer disputes, we help ensure compliance with UK consumer law and international trading standards.
We also assist clients with intellectual property protection, from trade mark registration to licensing arrangements and brand enforcement. Where platforms or competitors infringe on your rights, we advise on fast, effective remedies. For businesses taking on investment or planning for exit, we advise on shareholder agreements, cap tables, and corporate structuring.
As a full-service law firm, Rubric offers integrated support across corporate, commercial, employment, and property law, meaning we can advise on all aspects of your digital business. This becomes especially valuable during mergers and acquisitions, where our joined-up approach ensures that IP, data, contracts, staff, and tech infrastructure are all properly accounted for.
Whether you are building, scaling, investing in, or selling an ecommerce business, our ecommerce lawyers deliver the expertise, clarity, and strategic input you need to stay ahead of the competition and achieve your goals.
If you have any questions regarding any of our services, please get in touch.
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Neil Criddle15 July 2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. James and Shea were fully supportive throughout the transaction and looked after me every step of the way - I couldn't have done this without them! swapna chamathakundil4 April 2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have no words to describe how happy I am to have Asif Moghal help me finish a business transaction. He put a lot of effort into making the purchase process simple for me. Rubric Law team have my highest recommendation, and I'll be using the team for all of my next businesses. James Risk16 October 2023Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve found Rubric to be very a very honest and trustworthy company. I’ve worked with James Howell who I would highly recommend for advice. Sam Boome7 July 2023Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very helpful and Insightful. Kevin Haydon7 June 2022Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have used Rubric Law now on a few occasions and have always found them efficient and professional. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them. alan fussell24 April 2022Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very helpfull and a amazing place for offices the with views David Winn-Morgan8 March 2021Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have had the pleasure of working with MS Rubric for over ten years and they have always delivered exceptional service. I am a business broker, and have used them for most of my business sales. I have always been amazed at the depth of their knowledge and their professionalism. They have been able to help with some extremely complicated sales. I cannot recommend them highly enough.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
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