Commercial Contracts & Negotiations

Crownmark Lawyers advises clients on the preparation, review, and negotiation of commercial contracts across a broad range of business activities. Well-drafted contracts play a critical role in managing risk, setting expectations, and supporting effective commercial relationships.

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We work with clients to ensure that contractual arrangements reflect their commercial objectives and operate effectively in practice. Our approach focuses on clarity, precision, and enforceability, with careful attention to how obligations, rights, and risk are allocated between parties.

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Crownmark Lawyers assists with both standard form and bespoke commercial agreements. We provide advice on key contractual terms, including pricing, scope, performance obligations, termination rights, limitations of liability, and dispute resolution mechanisms. Where negotiations are required, we support clients with practical and measured advice to help achieve outcomes that are commercially workable and legally sound.

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Contracts often sit within a broader commercial or operational framework. We take this into account when advising, particularly where agreements intersect with existing arrangements, regulatory obligations, or long-term business strategy. Our aim is to reduce uncertainty and avoid disputes by ensuring that agreements are clear, comprehensive, and aligned with the realities of the client’s business.

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Where contractual disputes arise, we provide strategic advice on rights and remedies, and assist with negotiation, alternative dispute resolution, or escalation where necessary.

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Our services include:

• Drafting and reviewing commercial contracts

• Negotiation of contractual terms and risk allocation

• Supply, services, and distribution agreements

• Licensing and intellectual property-related contracts

• Terms and conditions and standard form agreements

• Contract variations and renewals

• Advice on termination and enforcement

• Dispute management relating to commercial contracts