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Understand the legal advice that's available

It maybe necessary for you to seek legal advice to ensure your exports comply with the law in the UK and overseas. Getting the right help will give you the time and space to concentrate on building your overseas business.

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The type of advice will depend on your particular situation. The Law Society can help you find legal advice in your local area or across the UK and can provide you with the contact details of lawyers who specialise in trade and exports.

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Understand how to manage international payment disputes

Managing payments is an important part of trading successfully. It is vital that businesses manage this process just as carefully as they would when dealing with domestic clients.

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Once a payment is late or missed, follow up immediately. Try to establish the cause of non-payment and seek to resolve it as a matter of urgency. If the reason for non-payment is financial, consider whether a short extension of payment terms will help to resolve the situation.

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Find a lawyer

The Law Society can help you find legal advice in your local area or across the UK and can provide you with the contact details of lawyers who specialise in trade and exports.

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The right lawyer could help you prepare the legal documents you may need for your exports and help to resolve any disputes or disagreements you are experiencing with your overseas customers.