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Commercial Contract Solicitors

 

Our commercial contract solicitors in London and Reading specialise in all aspects of commercial and contract law.  we can help with terms of business, key operating agreements, including master service agreements, (MSA’’s, finance documents, and guarantees, supply contracts, agency agreements and distributorship agreements.

Types of commercial contracts we help with

We can help with all types of contracts, including business-to-business and business-to-consumer agreements. Our team of contract law solicitors has extensive experience putting together commercial agreements for most industries and business sectors.

Our Expertise in Commercial Contract Law

Our commercial contract lawyers are highly experienced. They are known for their practical, plain-speaking advice and commercial attitude.

How our Commercial Contract lawyers can help

Our commercial contract lawyers will happily discuss how we can help.   Quite often, they can provide a review of any commercial agreement for a fixed price.

Contact our solicitors

If you would like to discuss any aspect of your business and ask how our solicitors can advice, please contact any of our team.

“Very professional, knowledgeable and accessible lawyers.” 

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Contracts, Terms and Conditions FAQs

Contracts can be written or oral, and are usually formed when one party makes an offer, outlining the terms of the agreement, the other party accepts the offer, and something of value is exchanged between the parties. This could be money, goods or even a promise to perform or not to perform certain actions.

These are clauses in a contract that outline the obligations, rights and duties of each party. They ensure that all parties understand their contractual commitments.

Payment terms, duration of the contract, termination conditions, the liability of each party and limits on liability, as well as methods for resolving disputes.

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