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A company liquidator is a licensed insolvency professional who manages the closure of an insolvent company. Their role involves realising assets, settling creditor claims, investigating the company's affairs, and ensuring legal compliance. They also handle the final dissolution of the company, ensuring all statutory requirements are met.

The cost of liquidation varies depending on the complexity of the company's affairs, the number of creditors, and the value of assets. Typically, fees range from a few thousand pounds for a simple case to more for complex situations. You should obtain a fixed fee quote from a licensed practitioner before proceeding.

To enter creditors' voluntary liquidation, the company must be insolvent, meaning it cannot pay its debts as they fall due. The directors must pass a resolution to wind up the company, and then convene a meeting of creditors to approve the appointment of a liquidator. The company must also have sufficient assets to cover the liquidation costs.

The duration of a liquidation depends on the complexity of the case. A straightforward liquidation may be completed within six to twelve months, whilst more complex cases involving asset realisation or legal disputes can take longer. The liquidator must also finalise all statutory filings and obtain the final dissolution order from the registrar.

Yes, it is possible to liquidate a company with no assets, but you may need to fund the liquidation costs personally. If there are no assets, creditors may not receive any dividend, and the liquidation may be deemed as a 'no-asset' case. You should discuss this with a licensed insolvency practitioner to understand the implications.

Alternatives to liquidation include company voluntary arrangements, administration, or informal negotiations with creditors. A company voluntary arrangement allows you to repay debts over a period, whilst administration provides a moratorium from creditors. You may also consider restructuring or refinancing if the business is viable in the long term.

Employees are entitled to claim certain payments from the National Insurance Fund, including arrears of wages, holiday pay, and notice pay. The liquidator will provide guidance on making claims. However, employees will lose their jobs once the company ceases trading, and the liquidator will handle any redundancy payments as part of the process.

Directors must cooperate fully with the liquidator, providing all relevant books, records, and information. They must also attend meetings with the liquidator if required. Directors have a duty to act in the interests of creditors from the point of insolvency, and failure to cooperate can lead to personal liability or disqualification.

Yes, for a creditors' voluntary liquidation, a liquidator is appointed by the shareholders and creditors without the need for a court order. However, in some cases, such as a compulsory liquidation, a court order is required. The type of liquidation will depend on the circumstances of the company's insolvency.

You will need to provide the company's financial records, including balance sheets, profit and loss accounts, bank statements, and details of debts and assets. You should also provide a list of creditors and any relevant contracts. The liquidator will require full disclosure to fulfil their legal obligations.