About
Provided by Shepherd and Wedderburn LLP
Our team of lawyers work exclusively on client share plans. The expertise we offer covers every stage in the life of a plan, from design and implementation to administration and communication.
Our clients range from owner-managed businesses to FTSE 100 companies and we advise on all aspects of the following:
- Scheme design and initial implementation
- Ongoing operation of share schemes including grants, vestings, and the treatment of leavers
Expanding plans to include overseas employees and advising overseas companies on implementing share plans in the UK
Tax advice on employee share acquisitions from both an employee and employer perspective including share scheme compliance
Evolution of share plans to ensure that they remain fit for purpose
Executive compensation and corporate governance advice including Remuneration Committee support
Advice on shareholder engagement
Assistance with the impact of corporate transactions such as a change of control, asset sale or IPO