Drafting and reviewing commercial contracts
We draft and review contracts for businesses. We explain the implications of proposed terms and, within the agreed scope, prepare amendments or assist with negotiations.
Reviewing a contract before signing
A draft from a customer or supplier may contain an obligation whose impact only becomes apparent when performance is delayed, a complaint arises or the relationship ends. Our review starts with what your business must deliver, at what price and which risks are acceptable. We compare the legal wording with the commercial agreement and your operational capabilities.
We examine the scope of performance, entitlement to payment, due dates, handover, liability for defects and damage, contractual penalties and termination options. For ongoing relationships, we also review price changes, orders, notice provisions and switching suppliers.
The contracts we prepare
Corporate documentation, including agreements governing the performance of a managing director's duties, is covered by our legal services for businesses. Changes in company ownership are covered by our share transfer service.
What you receive from a review
Within the agreed scope, we prepare a marked-up draft and explain material risks. We distinguish points that could significantly affect your business from changes where a commercial compromise may be appropriate. If you accept a requirement from the other party, you will understand the obligation involved.
When drafting a new contract, we first clarify the commercial requirements: who will perform, what must be delivered, how payment will work and how changes will be handled. After reviewing comments, we prepare the final version. Representation in negotiations is included where it forms part of the agreed work.
Documents and timing
Send the draft contract in an editable format, annexes, terms and conditions and key correspondence. State your role, the transaction value and the intended signing date. If the contract refers to a price list, technical specification or online document, please include these too.
We establish the timetable and fees after reviewing the scope of the work. Even a short contract may require detailed assessment if it contains substantial penalties or complex annexes. The number of pages alone is not decisive.
Frequently asked questions about contracts
Can you review a contract drafted by the other party?
Yes. Tell us which commercial terms have already been agreed and which remain open to negotiation. We will tailor the review accordingly.
Is it enough to send the contract without its annexes?
For an initial overview, yes; for a full assessment, usually not. Annexes may determine the scope of performance, price and liability and are often as important as the main text.
Is it worth reviewing a contract we already use?
Yes, particularly if the way you do business has changed or the same issues keep recurring during performance. We assess the specific points of concern and how they relate to the rest of the documentation.
Can you help after the contract has been signed?
We assess the options for an amendment, exercising your rights or ending the relationship. If a dispute has already arisen, we can provide representation in a commercial dispute; unpaid obligations are covered by debt recovery.
Can you prepare a template for recurring transactions?
Yes. We tailor a template to the particular type of transaction and explain which details must be changed and when a separate review is needed.
Before signing a works contract
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Do you need legal advice?
We are ready to help you with any legal issue. Do not hesitate to contact us for a non-binding consultation.
