Commercial contracts

Contracts are the backbone of your day-to-day. Well-drafted, they enable stable and scalable commercial relationships. We support clients across the full contract lifecycle - from structuring and negotiation to enforcement - so you can focus on performance, not paperwork.

• sale, supply and services agreements
• framework agreements and general terms and conditions
• distribution, agency and cooperation agreements
• licensing and technology contracts
• subcontracting, outsourcing and manufacturing contracts
• commercial real estate leases
• contract risk analysis and contract portfolio reviews

Distribution

Distribution models raise a complex interplay of commercial, regulatory and competition law issues. We guide you through this complexity by designing and implementing compliant and effective distribution structures across jurisdictions.

• agency
• offline, online and hybrid models
• selective and exclusive distribution systems
• multi-jurisdictional distribution network design and roll-out. For more information, check out the Distribution Law Center.
• compliance with national and EU distribution law
• termination, non-renewal and reorganisation of distribution networks
• distribution law litigation and dispute resolution

Franchising

Franchising demands more than just a strong brand. We design and support franchisors throughout the full lifecycle of their franchise networks, from structuring and rollout to ongoing support and enforcement.

• roll-out of franchise networks (strategy and contracts)
• franchise agreements and related documentation
• compliance with pre-contractual disclosure and information obligations
• ongoing advice on franchise relationship management
• network restructuring, exits and transfers
• dispute resolution with franchisees, including mediation and litigation
• commercial lease agreements for franchise premises

Market practices

Commercial success depends on compliant market practices. We help clients navigate the legal rules governing how products and services are marketed and sold.

• product labelling and information obligations
• advertising, promotions and sales campaigns
• pricing and price indication rules
• distance selling and e-commerce regulations
• unfair trading practices and B2C compliance
• regulatory risk assessments and compliance audits

Privacy & data protection

Commercial activities increasingly rely on data. We help clients integrate data protection requirements into their commercial strategies and operations.

• GDPR compliance in sales, marketing and e-commerce activities
• direct marketing strategies and consent management
• drafting and reviewing privacy notices and policies
• data processing agreements and intra-group arrangements
• data breach response and notifications to the Data Protection Authority

Dispute resolution

When commercial relationships break down, decisive and strategic action is essential. We aim for efficient resolution while protecting our clients’ commercial interests.

• negotiated settlements and alternative dispute resolution
• summary proceedings in commercial matters
• disputes relating to unfair market practices and competition
• distribution, franchise and contractual litigation
• representation in court proceedings and arbitration

Where appropriate, disputes are resolved through negotiation or mediation.

Milena Varga is a recognised mediator, allowing clients to explore confidential, cost‑effective and business‑oriented resolutions alongside traditional litigation and arbitration.