Commercial Contract Solicitors in Cheltenham
Clear Legal Advice on Commercial Contracts and Business Agreements
Specialist Legal Advice on Business Disputes
Commercial contracts are where commercial decisions become legally enforceable obligations. Once signed, they define not only performance and payment, but also liability exposure, exit rights, and the balance of risk between the parties.
At Pembridge Solicitors, we advise businesses from our Cheltenham office on the legal and commercial consequences of contractual commitments. Our role is to ensure that contracts reflect commercial reality, protect the business, and do not create unintended exposure if a relationship deteriorates or fails.
Commercial Contracts We Advise On
We advise on the drafting, review, and negotiation of a wide range of commercial contracts used in day-to-day operations and strategic relationships, including:
supply and distribution agreements
services and outsourcing contracts
consultancy and contractor agreements
agency and reseller arrangements
framework and master services agreements
joint venture and collaboration agreements
commercial licensing and IP-related contracts
standard terms and conditions for customers or suppliers
Each contract is assessed in context, taking into account how the relationship operates in practice and where risk is allocated.
Drafting Contracts That Reflect Commercial Reality
When drafting commercial contracts, our focus is on control, clarity, and flexibility. Contracts should allow the business to enforce performance standards, manage non-compliance, and exit relationships that no longer serve commercial objectives.
We work closely with senior decision-makers to ensure obligations are defined precisely, remedies are workable, and termination provisions reflect how the business actually needs to operate.
Reviewing and Negotiating Counterparty Contracts
Many businesses operate under contracts drafted by suppliers, customers, or strategic partners. These documents often favour the drafting party, particularly in relation to liability, indemnities, termination rights, and payment provisions.
We review third-party contracts to identify exposure and advise on whether the contractual position aligns with the commercial deal. Where appropriate, we assist with negotiation to rebalance risk without undermining the underlying relationship.
Liability, Indemnities, and Insurance Alignment
Liability clauses are one of the most critical parts of any commercial contract. Caps, exclusions, and indemnities must be assessed not only in isolation, but alongside the business’s insurance arrangements.
We advise on how liability provisions operate in practice, whether exposure is proportionate, and whether contractual risk exceeds insured cover. This ensures that risk is understood and managed, rather than assumed.
Termination, Exit Rights, and Ongoing Obligations
Termination provisions determine whether a business can exit a contract cleanly or remains exposed to ongoing cost and operational disruption. Poorly drafted termination clauses often prevent decisive commercial action when it is most needed.
We advise on termination rights, notice periods, break clauses, and post-termination obligations so directors understand how contracts can be exited and what liabilities may survive termination.
Reducing Dispute Risk Through Contractual Precision
Many commercial disputes arise because contracts do not clearly reflect what the parties intended. Ambiguity around obligations, payment, or termination often leads to conflict once circumstances change.
Careful drafting and review at the outset reduces the likelihood of disputes and places the business in a stronger position if enforcement becomes necessary.
Our Approach to Commercial Contract Advice
We provide direct, senior-level advice on commercial contracts. From our Cheltenham office, we work closely with directors, founders, and in-house teams to explain risk clearly and support informed decision-making.
Our advice is commercially grounded, legally precise, and focused on protecting the business rather than producing unnecessarily complex documentation.
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Commercial contracts FAQs
Do I really need a solicitor to draft or review a contract?
You may be able to make a claim if you were injured while carrying out your job and the injury was caused by unsafe working conditions. This can include faulty equipment, poor training, lack of supervision, unsafe floors, or failure to follow health and safety procedures.
The key issue is not whether the accident was deliberate, but whether the person or organisation responsible for the area took reasonable steps to keep it safe. If a hazard existed long enough that it should have been identified and addressed, a claim may be possible.
What if the other party provides the contract?
You should still seek advice. Contracts provided by the other party are usually drafted to protect their interests. A solicitor can identify risks, explain unclear terms, and suggest changes to balance the agreement.
Can you review an existing contract?
Yes. We regularly review existing contracts to identify risks, explain obligations, and advise on whether amendments are needed. This is useful where a contract is being renewed, varied, or has become problematic.
What happens if a contract is breached?
If a contract is breached, the options depend on the wording of the agreement and the nature of the breach. This may include enforcing the contract, seeking compensation, or ending the agreement.
Legal advice helps clarify your position and the most appropriate next steps.
Can contracts be updated as my business changes?
Yes. Contracts should be reviewed regularly to ensure they remain suitable as your business grows or changes. Updating agreements can help avoid future disputes and reflect new ways of working.
Can you help even if a dispute has already started?
Yes. Even where issues have already arisen, advice can help clarify your position, manage risk, and explore options to resolve matters without unnecessary escalation.
Commercial Contract Advice in Cheltenham and Nationwide
While our commercial contracts solicitors are based in Cheltenham, we also advise businesses in Tewkesbury, Gloucester, and across England and Wales, with support provided in person or remotely where appropriate.
Speak to commercial contracts solicitors
If you are drafting, reviewing, or renegotiating a commercial contract and need clear advice on risk, exposure, and enforceability, we can help.
Contact Pembridge Solicitors to arrange a confidential discussion with our commercial contract solicitors in Cheltenham.
How to Find Us
Pembridge Solicitors
Calderwood House
Montpellier Parade
Cheltenham
GL50 1UA