Shareholder Disputes: Planning for the Worst – Episode 2

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Shareholder Disputes: Planning for the Worst – Episode 2
Feb 23, 2026
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Are you a business owner? Don’t leave your company’s future to chance. In the second episode of our podcast series on shareholder disputes, we explore what happens when business partners disagree—and why a robust shareholders’ agreement is essential for protecting your business from costly conflicts and complicated breakups.

Join hosts  Stuart Mullins, Corporate Partner at Clarkslegal, and Nicky Goringe Larkin, founder of Goringe Accountants, as they share practical insights, including:

  • How a shareholders’ agreement protects your business
  • Why mediation should be your first step
  • The financial and emotional impact of dissolving a company through the courts
  • Tips to secure your company’s future and goodwill

Whether you’re launching a start-up or looking to reinforce an established company, this episode delivers advice every business owner should hear.

To discuss any of the topics from this episode, please reach out to Stuart Mullins or Nicky Larkin—they’re ready to help.