Commercial Contracts
Our Commercial Contracts team delivers clear, pragmatic and commercially-driven advice on the contractual arrangements that underpin our clients' businesses. Whether drafting and negotiating complex, high-value agreements or supporting with the efficient delivery of business-as-usual contracts, our experienced team ensures your agreements are robust and risk-aware, and protect your interests.

Working with clients across sectors including energy and infrastructure, financial services, technology, food and drink, and public services, we help businesses manage risk, protect value and capitalise opportunity through well-structured, fit-for purpose contracts. We provide flexible, tailored support to solve a broad range of commercial problems and shape our service around your operational and strategic needs, whether advising on a bespoke strategic partnership or helping to streamline your standard contractual arrangements.

Our lawyers are recognised for their ability to combine deep legal expertise with commercial awareness, supporting clients through every stage of the contract lifecycle — from structuring and negotiation to management and exit.

Our experience, both in private practice and working in-house, enables us to translate complex legal issues into actionable, business-focused guidance. We work closely with our clients, taking time to understand your business drivers to ensure we deliver advice that is clear, solutions-led and grounded in commercial reality, and work alongside other specialist colleagues (including data protection, IP, employment, tax and regulatory teams) to provide joined-up, sector-focused advice.

Our experience and expertise can support your business across a wide range of contractual matters including:

Business-to-business and consumer agreements for the supply of goods and services
Procurement and framework agreements
Outsourcing agreements (including IT outsourcing, manufacturing, warehousing and logistics)
Distribution and agency agreements
Joint venture and collaboration agreements
Confidentiality agreements
Standard terms of business
Energy-related agreements, such as PPAs
Consultancy contracts

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Related articles and insights: Commercial Contracts

15 July 2025

Court of Appeal finds contract enforceable despite lack of agreement on price

Contributor: Andrew Buchan

The Court of Appeal recently overturned a decision of the High Court that found part of a contract was unenforceable as the parties had failed to agree a price. This article explores what this decision means for suppliers.

10 June 2025

The new UK-US tariff deal: what to expect

Contributor: Alison Rochester

This article provides an overview of the recent negotiations and changes to the tariffs implemented by the US regarding the automobile industry.

13 January 2025

Navigating New Horizons: The UK’s entry into the CPTPP and its promising benefits for businesses and consumers

Contributor: Alison Rochester

The UK’s recent accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) marks a significant milestone in its trade strategy, positioning the UK to engage with some of the fastest-growing economies in the world. The CPTPP opens up a wealth of opportunities for UK Businesses and Consumers, allowing UK exporters to tap into an impressive consumer base of over 500 million people.

11 October 2024

Russian Sanctions: Are UK-linked businesses continuing to breach sanctions on Russian oil?

Contributor: Andrew Buchan

New data suggests that 37 businesses with ties to the UK are currently under investigation for potential breaches of the UK's sanctions against Russia. With steps being taken to crack down on sanctions circumvention, UK companies must take steps to ensure they comply with the UK sanctions regime.

8 October 2024

Can online travel companies enforce price parity clauses in their contracts with hotels?

Contributor: Andrew Buchan

On 24 September 2024, the European Court of Justice handed down a decision declaring whether narrow price parity clauses are not "ancillary requirements". What does this mean for online booking platforms?

23 September 2024

Dynamic pricing: Can hospitality providers cancel bookings to benefit from surging prices?

Contributor: Andrew Buchan

The recent announcement of Oasis reuniting after 15 years apart generated significant excitement from fans worldwide. However, reports of surge pricing and cancelled accommodation left many fans looking back in anger. Andrew Buchan explains dynamic pricing from a legal perspective ahead of the 2025 reunion tour.

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