6th Edition

By Smith & Williamson Group

“…everything you ever wanted to know about partnerships but were too scared to ask.” Accountancy Age

Professional Practices HandbookA practical and comprehensive guide for all practitioners who manage or advise a professional practice which covers not only the tax aspects, but also the legal, financial and regulatory issues of all relevant legal structures.

Professional Practices Handbook is an invaluable guide for the professional who manages, advises or is considering joining or setting-up a professional practice as a partnership or limited liability partnership. Covering legal, financial, tax and management issues this handbook will provide a comprehensive source of reference on all vital business areas affecting a professional practice.

Why every partner and partnership advisor should have this book:

  • Written by leading partnership experts Smith & Williamson
  • Covers all developments in market practice and is completely up-to-date with new legislation
  • Proformas, checklists and worked examples will guide you easily through unfamiliar areas
  • Have the answers to all your practice management questions within arms reach

Smith & Williamson providers of investment management, accountancy, tax, corporate and financial advisory services to private clients, corporates, professional practices, and non-profit organisations.

Bibliographic detail

ISBN 978 1 84766 511 9
Publication Date: Dec-10
Format: Paperback
Availability: In Print
List price: £78

Contents

1 Introduction;
2 Partnerships;
3 Limited Liability Partnerships;
4 Choosing an Appropriate Business Structure;
5 Issues Covered by a Standard Partnership or LLP Agreement;
6 International Aspects;
7 Incorporation and External Investment;
8 Profit Shares; 9 Management;
10 Strategic Planning;
11 Marketing and Business Development;
12 Information Systems;
13 Human Resources Management;
14 Accounting;
15 Financial Management;
16 Insurance;
7 Regulation and Client Money;
18 Taxable Income and Allowable Expenses;
19 Income Tax;
20 Taxation of Corporate Aspects;
21 Capital Gains Tax;
22 Stamp Duty Land Tax;
23 Other Taxes;
24 Tax Aspects of Incorporation and Disincorporation;
25 Changes in the Professional Practice;
26 Becoming a Partner;
27 Retirement Planning;
28 Death of a Partner.