Practice Formation

The articles below give advice on setting up in partnership or as a GP assistant.
Getting that Substantive Job
It used to be assumed that any competent young general practitioner had a God-given right to a partnership. It might not have occurred straight after finishing the vocational training scheme, but sooner or later (and usually sooner) that perfect and highly lucrative job would appear. » read more
Practice Formation: GP Assistantships
General practitioners join established practices in a variety of ways. With the exception of assistantships/partnerships in the GMS, there is no standardised approach. This guide highlights the main issues that need to be addressed when contemplating general practice assistantship. It is a matter then for each party to negotiate on the specific terms applicable to their own circumstances and intentions. A separate guide is available on progressing to partnership. » read more
Practice Formation: Partnership Agreements
This article contains a sample template of a partnership agreement and the main headings that should be included in a partnership agreement. » read more
Professional Advisors: Accountants
This list gives information on professional financial advisors who state that they have particular expertise and experience in the provision of professional financial advice to general practitioners. » read more
Professional Advisors: Solicitors
This list gives information on solicitors who state that they have particular expertise and experience in the provision of legal advice to general practitioners. » read more
