Solicitors for Dentists

Practice Sales & Purchases

Buying or selling a dental practice involves NHS contracts, CQC registrations, employment matters, and commercial property. We guide you through every stage:

For Buyers:

• Due diligence on NHS contracts (GDS/PDS)
• CQC registration reviews
• Employment contract analysis
• Property lease negotiations
• Purchase agreement drafting

For Sellers:

• NHS contract assignment procedures
• CQC notification and transfers
• Tax-efficient sale structures
• Clean exit arrangements
• Completion support

Partnership Agreements

Too many dental practices operate without proper partnership agreements or rely on outdated documents. We draft comprehensive agreements covering:

• Profit and loss sharing
• Partner roles and responsibilities
• Capital contributions and drawings
• New partner admission procedures
• Retirement and exit provisions
• Restrictive covenants
• Dispute resolution mechanisms

NHS Contract Management

We advise on all NHS dental contract matters:

• GDS, PDS and APMS contracts
• Contract assignments on practice sale
• Performance management issues
• Contract variations and renegotiations
• LAT liaison and communications
• NHS dispute resolution

CQC Registration & Compliance

CQC regulation is increasingly demanding. We provide:

• Initial registration applications
• Registered Manager appointments
• Registration variations (new partners, locations, services)
• Inspection preparation support
• Response to warning notices
• Challenge of enforcement action

Commercial Property

Surgery premises represent significant value and cost. Our commercial property team advises on:

• Freehold purchase of dental surgeries
• Commercial lease negotiation
• Lease renewals and rent reviews
• Planning and change of use
• Premises development agreements

Employment & Associate Agreements

Proper employment contracts protect your practice:

• Associate dentist agreements (employed or self-employed)
• Nurse and hygienist contracts
• Practice manager agreements
• Restrictive covenants
• Employment tribunal defence
• TUPE on practice sales

Dental Practice Incorporations

Considering incorporation? We advise on company structures, shareholders’ agreements, NHS contract implications, and CQC registration changes. Learn more about LLP and company formations.