Commercial Contracts

Businesses enter into contracts daily. It’s essential that agreements are recorded in writing, reflect commercial intentions, and that the terms are clearly understood.

Businesses enter into a large number of contractual arrangements every day, from supplier agreements and service contracts to commercial partnerships and transactions. Ensuring that these arrangements are properly documented and accurately reflect the commercial understanding between the parties is essential. Clear, well-structured contracts reduce uncertainty, manage risk, and help prevent costly disputes from arising later.

It is important that the terms on which your business operates are precise, enforceable, and aligned with your wider commercial objectives. Ambiguity or informal agreements can expose organisations to unnecessary legal and financial risk, particularly where obligations, liabilities, or performance expectations are unclear. Seeking legal guidance at the right stage can help identify potential issues early and ensure that agreements are both robust and practical.

RJS provides practical, commercially focused advice on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts across a wide range of business contexts. We work closely with clients to ensure agreements are tailored to their needs, protect their position, and support long-term operational confidence. Whether you require preventative guidance or assistance resolving uncertainty around contractual terms, our aim is to provide clarity and reassurance at every stage.

RJS advises on a broad range of business contracts and can prepare standard terms and conditions to support both sales and purchasing arrangements. Where transactions are larger or involve greater risk, we draft bespoke agreements tailored to reflect the specific commercial context and protect your position. Our solicitors provide clear, practical guidance throughout the process, helping you understand both the opportunities and potential risks within any agreement.

We offer advice on matters including:

• The overall merits and suitability of a contract
• Key commercial terms and obligations
• The nature of the relationship between the parties
• Potential consequences if issues or disputes arise
• Exit options if a business wishes to withdraw
• Drafting and reviewing contractual terms and conditions

We also advise on specific types of agreements such as:

• Franchise agreements
• IT contracts
• Agency agreements
• Distribution agreements
• International trading agreements