Pett Franklin & Co LLP was a specialized law firm focused exclusively on employee share schemes and equity incentives, offering expert legal and advisory services in this niche area. The firm distinguished itself through its deep technical knowledge of tax-efficient share plans and its commitment to helping businesses implement effective employee ownership structures.
The firm’s approach combined legal expertise with practical commercial advice, serving a diverse client base ranging from startups and owner-managed businesses to quoted companies and private equity firms. Their team included solicitors regulated by the SRA who provided tailored solutions across various industries including technology, life sciences, and professional services.
Services Offered
- Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) advisory and implementation
- Enterprise Management Incentive (EMI) schemes
- Share Incentive Plan (SIP) design and administration
- Save As You Earn (SAYE) share option schemes
- Company Share Option Plan (CSOP) services
- Joint Share Ownership Plan (JSOP) structuring
- Growth shares arrangements
- Cash-settled share-based incentives
- Unapproved share options
- Valuation services for share schemes
- Share-based payment accounting (IFRS 2) compliance
- Equity management solutions including integration with Capdesk
It is important to note that Pett Franklin & Co. LLP ceased trading as an SRA regulated law firm in March 2022, though certain services continue under Pett Franklin Services Limited with team members regulated individually by the SRA.
