Companies Act 2006: Primary legislation governing company operations, including share capital provisions, directors' duties, company administration requirements, and share issuance/transfer regulations
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (FSMA): Regulates financial services industry, including financial promotion rules, securities regulations, and investment restrictions
Employment Rights Act 1996: Although primarily for employees, may be relevant if advisor relationship could be interpreted as employment-like
Income Tax Act 2007 and Corporation Tax Act 2009: Governs tax treatment of share options, EMI schemes, and capital gains tax implications
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Financial Promotion) Order 2005: Specific regulations regarding the promotion of financial instruments
Articles of Association: Company's constitutional document that must be checked for compliance regarding share issues
European Union Retained Law: Post-Brexit retained EU regulations relevant to securities and financial instruments
Market Abuse Regulation (UK MAR): Regulations preventing market abuse, particularly relevant if company is listed or planning to list
Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Legislation governing the handling and protection of personal data of the advisor
Common Law Principles: Fundamental principles including contract law, fiduciary duties, and confidentiality obligations
