Selling a Business in the UK

Selling a business in the UK is mostly likely a once in a lifetime occurrence and is the cumulation of decades of hard work, which is why it is so important that you get it right. From deciding when it is the right time to sell to finding a buyer to finally legally completing the deal, it can be a complicated and difficult process.

At Dexterity Partners, we provide a unique proposition, a start-to-finish service designed specifically for owner-managed and SME businesses looking to sell. With a seamless, cost-effective approach managed under one trusted advisor, Accountants, Lawyers, business brokers all under one roof. No need for multiple advisors, just one – us, we provide you with a service that cannot be matched, to ensure you achieve the best outcome with minimal hassle.

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A Unique Legal Partnership That Powers a Better Business Sale

3Volution – Legal Expertise, Integrated Seamlessly

At Dexterity Partners, we believe the sale of a business, or any deal, should feel joined-up, not jumbled. That’s why we do things differently – with legal support fully integrated into the process from day one.

We work hand-in-hand with 3Volution, our specialist corporate law firm that shares our focus on quality, clarity and results. Together, we provide a seamless, end-to-end service that gives business owners the confidence and support they need at every stage of the journey.

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3Volution – Legal Expertise, Integrated Seamlessly

Who are 3Volution?

3Volution is a boutique corporate law firm founded by Jonathan Priestley known for its commercial focus, high-quality legal advice, and straight-talking style. Based in Leeds, the firm has built a reputation for supporting entrepreneurial businesses through every stage of their growth, including successful exits. Their team of experienced solicitors brings deep expertise and work closely with entrepreneurs, business owners and investors on everything from company structures and contracts to complex mergers and acquisitions.

They’re not just legal advisers, they’re strategic partners who understand how to get deals done, protect your interests, and keep everything moving forward.

How Our Partnership Works

One Team. One Process. One Goal.

Unlike most business transactions where the advisers, lawyers and accountants, operate in silos sitting on separate sides of the table, each working to their own brief. This can lead to delays, crossed wires, and a lack of accountability when something goes wrong.

We work differently. Our partnership with 3Volution allows us to project manage every stage of the deal with legal and commercial advice working in lockstep.

This means:

You don’t have to juggle between advisers.
Everyone is aligned on the deal strategy.
Risks are spotted and solved before they become deal-breakers.

You’ll still have your own dedicated legal team from 3Volution, but they’re embedded into the Dexterity process from day one. This ensures continuity, clarity and a joined-up approach from preparation all the way through to completion.

The Benefits of an Integrated Legal and Deal Team

Why It Matters for You

This joined-up approach isn’t just convenient, it delivers real value where it matters most:

Fewer delays – Faster deals
With your legal and advisory teams working in sync, the transaction runs more smoothly and efficiently.

Stronger outcomes
Because everyone is pulling in the same direction, legal advice is commercially aligned and focused on the deal, not just the documents.

Greater peace of mind
You’re not left trying to manage and coordinate multiple advisers with competing priorities (and often conflicting advice). We do that for you, so you can focus on what really matters – your business and your future.

What Makes This Unique

Designed for Owner-Managers

This integrated model is ideal for the kinds of businesses we typically work with, owner-managed SME companies.These are businesses where the owner is often juggling multiple roles and doesn’t have a large internal team to coordinate a complex sale. We step in as your project manager, commercial adviser and legal team all in one. It’s a smarter, simpler, and more successful way to sell.

Our model is unique in the UK market.

We are officially an alternative business structure (ABS) under the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) regulations which allows both businesses to be part of the Dexterity Partners Group and have shared ownership. This means that we can truly work together as one, this isn't some formal or informal agreement between two businesses or a preferred legal partner who we just happen to work with often - we are actually one team and allows us to deliver for clients in a way that no other adviser can.

No Handoff. No Misalignment. No Surprises.

Most business owners are forced to cobble together a patchwork of accountants, brokers and lawyers each with different priorities and limited coordination. That often leads to miscommunication, delays, and even failed deals. At Dexterity Partners, our relationship with 3Volution removes those barriers. We’re one team, working with you and for you. This integrated structure is especially valuable for owner managed and SME businesses, where owners don’t typically have the in-house resources or experience to manage a complex transaction. We bring the full deal team - commercial, legal and strategic all under one umbrella.

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If you’re starting to think about selling your business, or just want to understand what’s involved, our team, including our colleagues at 3Volution, are happy to talk you through how it all works.

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