Contract law
Partner specialising in commercial agreements and legal counsel in the field of commercial contract law
Commercial agreements for businesses
Contract templates
If your business frequently uses the same type of contract (e.g. purchase agreements, rental agreements), creating a contract template is both safer and more efficient. We provide new or update existing contract templates that are adapted to your business’s specific needs. We also ensure that the contracts are compliant, i.e. that the terms comply with the relevant rules and laws.
Contract review of a specific deal
Before signing a contract, it is important to ensure that the contract does not expose the business to risks. Entering into a contract with high risks and unfavourable terms can be devastating for a company. We review draft contracts, highlight risks and ambiguities, and suggest changes.
Contract interpretation and changes in circumstances
Changing circumstances throughout the contract period
The fundamental principle of contract law is that contracts should be kept, ‘pacta sunt servanda’. In business, however, many situations emerge that are either not regulated or require the contract to adapt to the situation. If both parties are willing to maintain a good business relationship, it is usually possible to negotiate this. We can assist you in negotiations and draw up amending or supplementary agreements.
Interpreting a contract when the parties disagree on its content
It is not always entirely clear what is meant by the wording of a contract or contract clause afterwards. As a result, the contract may need to be interpreted retrospectively. We have experience of contract interpretation and provide legal and strategic advice on resolving identified problems.
Breach of contract
Settlement and negotiation
The counterparty may refuse to pay or demand compensation in the event of a breach of the contract. We have experience of both drafting and responding to letters ahead of claims. If the negotiation does not lead to a settlement, we will assist you in the proceedings before the court.
When a counterparty breaches the contract
If the counterparty breaches the contract, we can help by writing a letter of formal notice. In certain circumstances, it becomes untenable to allow the contract to continue. We can then negotiate a settlement or terminate the contract. In the event that the dispute continues and no settlement is reached, we will assist you in the proceedings before the court.
