Commercial

We are experts at drafting, advising on and negotiating the commercial contracts that drive our clients' businesses and are ready to help solve the complex legal issues that our clients face.

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Overview

Our commercial practice is at the heart of the firm's business.

Contracts are at the root of our work in this area, and our lawyers are experts in drafting, advising on and, if necessary, litigating commercial contracts of all kinds.

We have a wide range of experience in all commercial contracts, with particular expertise in advising on contracts for the acquisition, protection and exploitation of rights. Our lawyers combine a sound grasp of the technicalities of contract law, intellectual property and finance with an extensive understanding of business. With this knowledge, we bring great value to our clients by helping them shape and steer commercial deals.

Expertise

Our areas of expertise include the following:

  • Supply of services
  • Supply of goods
  • Supply of digital content
  • Distribution
  • Agency
  • Franchising
  • Licensing
  • Sponsorship
  • Trade finance
  • Intellectual property
  • Copyright
  • Trade marks
  • Data protection
  • Privacy and e-privacy
  • E-commerce
  • IT and software

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Our lawyers have in-depth commercial expertise and deliver high-quality, pragmatic and commercial advice.

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Our company has benefited from Simkins' erudite advice and support whilst establishing itself.
Melton Court RTM Company Ltd
...empathetic, non-judgemental and focused on achieving the best possible outcome
Chambers & Partners
Highly experienced operators with the ability to think outside the box.
Chambers & Partners
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Strong team with great work ethic. Vast experience.
Chambers & Partners
The culture of the firm is very much about providing excellent client service and it has a high level of sophistication when working on a transaction.
Chambers & Partners
Euan Lawson (also known as “the legend” amongst clients) is measured, level- headed, fair, and creates a collaborative commercial environment for parties to achieve their goals. Working with Euan brings peace of mind, from both legal/commercial perspectives.
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