Articles of Association for UK Companies Drafted, Amended, and Filed Correctly
Your articles of association are the rulebook that governs how your company operates. ABM Chartered Accountants advises on model articles, drafts bespoke articles when your business needs them, amends existing articles by special resolution, and files everything with Companies House.
The Rules That Govern How Your Company Runs
Articles of association set out how your company is run. They define shareholder rights, director powers, voting procedures, dividend policies, share transfer restrictions, and decision-making processes. Every UK company must have them. ABM Chartered Accountants makes sure your articles are right for your business, whether you use model articles or need something tailored.
Our ICAEW and ACCA qualified accountants advise on whether the standard model articles prescribed by the Companies Act 2006 are suitable for your company. Where they are not, we draft bespoke provisions, prepare the special resolution to adopt or amend them, and file the updated articles with Companies House.
What Our Articles of Association Service Covers
From advising on model articles to drafting bespoke provisions, here is how ABM Chartered Accountants makes sure your company’s constitution works for your business.
Model Articles Advice
Advising on whether the standard model articles suit your company or whether amendments are needed.
Bespoke Articles Drafting
Drafting tailored articles of association that reflect your ownership structure and business needs.
Articles Amendment
Amending your existing articles by special resolution and filing the updated version correctly.
Shareholder Rights Guidance
Explaining how your articles define shareholder voting, dividends, transfers, and exit provisions.
Director Powers Review
Reviewing your articles to clarify what powers your directors have and any restrictions that apply.
Companies House Filing
Filing your articles of association or any amendments with Companies House as required by law.
Articles That Protect You When It Matters Most
Most companies adopt model articles at formation and never look at them again. That works until there is a dispute, a new shareholder, a disagreement over dividends, or a director who needs removing. ABM Chartered Accountants reviews your articles now so they are ready when you need them, not after a problem has already started.
Bespoke articles give you control over critical areas that model articles leave open. They let you restrict share transfers, define how profits are divided, set rules for bringing in or removing directors, and protect minority shareholders. We draft provisions that are clear, enforceable, and tailored to your company.
Articles of Association Advice for Companies Across the UK
Based in Canary Wharf, London, ABM Chartered Accountants advises on articles of association for companies throughout the UK. We review, draft, and file articles entirely digitally.
Articles Drafted for Every Type of Company
We advise on articles for single-director companies, multi-shareholder businesses, family companies, investor-backed startups, joint ventures, and holding companies. Whatever your structure, we make sure your articles fit.
Why Companies Choose ABM Chartered Accountants for Articles
Chartered Company Advisors
ICAEW and ACCA qualified advising on your articles.
Model or Bespoke Guidance
Clear advice on whether standard articles suit you.
Amendments Filed Correctly
Special resolutions drafted and filed with Companies House.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Here are answers to the articles of association questions we hear most often. Contact our team.
What are articles of association?
Articles of association are the written rules that govern how your company is run. They cover shareholder rights, director powers, voting procedures, dividend policies, share transfer rules, and how decisions are made. Every UK company registered with Companies House must have articles in place.
What are model articles?
Model articles are the standard set of articles prescribed by the Companies Act 2006. If you do not adopt your own articles at incorporation, your company automatically adopts the model articles. They work well for simple structures but may not cover everything a growing or multi-shareholder company needs.
When should I use bespoke articles?
Bespoke articles are recommended when you have multiple shareholders, want to restrict share transfers, need to define different share classes with different rights, or want to set specific rules for director appointment, removal, or decision making. ABM Chartered Accountants advises when bespoke provisions are worthwhile.
How do I amend my articles?
You amend your articles by passing a special resolution, which requires approval from at least 75 percent of shareholders by number of votes. The amended articles must then be filed with Companies House within 15 days of the resolution being passed. ABM Chartered Accountants handles the entire process.
Do I need to file my articles with Companies House?
Yes. Your articles must be filed with Companies House at incorporation. If you later amend them, the amended version must also be filed within 15 days. Companies House makes your articles publicly available. ABM Chartered Accountants files the original or amended articles on your behalf.
How much do articles of association services cost?
Fees depend on whether you need advice on model articles, a full set of bespoke articles, or amendments to your existing articles. We offer clear, fixed-fee pricing for each level of service. Contact ABM Chartered Accountants for a quote based on your requirements.