Commercial

They range from the one-off, high-value contract, which must be carefully tailored to the particular deal, to master services agreements and standard terms of sale. Standard terms can form the foundation of hundreds of contracts, which makes this ‘small print’ document vitally important. Companies are increasingly choosing to manage the contracting process through online portals.

No one wants to have to enforce a contract against the other party. Having well drafted terms can help avoid disputes, and also give peace of mind by providing protection if a dispute does arise. Warranties and limitations of liability should be carefully covered so as to minimise risk. Our team excels in drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, ensuring all aspects are meticulously addressed.

Some contracts must comply with specific laws and regulations, in areas such as advertising, marketing and procurement as well as in regulated sectors. We are alert to potential competition law issues, and advise our clients on how to minimise these risks. Additionally, we cover data protection compliance, which is increasingly relevant to most contracts. Importantly, we ensure that our clients’ contracts protect any intellectual property relating to the agreement, safeguarding their innovations and creations.

In helping to achieve compliance, our commercial lawyers take a common-sense approach to reflect the realities of business. Our aim is to meet every client’s commercial objectives while reducing risk and ensuring the agreement is legally compliant. We believe in modern drafting in plain English, so that the parties to the agreement are completely clear about their rights and obligations. This approach not only facilitates better understanding but also fosters stronger business relationships.