You are advised to seek legal help when signing a lease or contract for business property.  
 

The 'Lawyers For Your Business' scheme run by The Law Society has been set up with the needs of smaller businesses in mind.  It recognises that many small firms do not consult a solicitor until they have a serious problem, for fear of running up large legal bills.  This scheme provides a free half hour consultation.  Ten law firms in Bristol are involved in the scheme.  You can contact any of them to arrange your free half hour consultation - remember to mention the scheme when you book the interview.

More information on the 'Lawyers For Your Business' scheme can be found on the Law Society Website. 
 

The Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) can help you find a chartered surveyor in the Bristol area.  They have produced guidelines and information leaflets for small business owners planning to lease a business property.  These can be downloaded from the Code of Practice for Commercial Leasing site.