Corporate law
- Drafting or reviewing commercial contracts
- Contracting work: consultancy agreement and freelance agreement
- Service agreements
- Cooperation agreements for the self-employed
- Sales contracts and general terms and conditions
- Non-compete and relationship clauses
- Invoice collection and disputed invoices
- Conflict between shareholders or partners
- Advice and advocacy for self-employed entrepreneurs
- Commercial lease (and its termination or renewal)
- Termination agreements
Corporate law
Entrepreneurs sooner or later face legal questions or discussions. Think of a customer who does not pay invoices, a discussion about the termination or termination of a cooperation, ambiguities in a contracting or freelance agreement, or questions about a non-compete clause.
As corporate lawyers, we assist entrepreneurs in drafting, revising or terminating commercial contracts. We offer support in conflicts between partners or shareholders, in the recovery of outstanding invoices and in the interpretation or application of contractual provisions.
Our focus is on clear agreements, correct procedures and concrete solutions to disputes. No standard advice, but tailor-made legal advice tailored to the reality of the self-employed and businesses.
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Our proactive approach ensures that your business is always legally sound and ready to grow.
As with shareholder disputes within a company, conflicts can also arise within other businesses. Think of partners who are no longer on the same page or suppliers and buyers who fail to honour their agreements. It is essential to draw up good contracts and make clear agreements to avoid such conflicts. Our lawyers will advise and assist you and offer tailor-made solutions to suit the specific needs of your business.
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Frequently asked questions
If you want to terminate a contract early, you should first check whether there is a termination clause in the contract. Many contracts contain a clause describing the conditions and procedures for termination, such as a notice period or an early termination penalty. If there is no specific provision, the contract can usually only be terminated early if there is a serious breach of contract by the other party, such as repeated failure to pay, despite repeated notice.
In case of breach of contract (non-payment, non-compliance with agreed terms, etc.), the contract can usually be rescinded to the detriment of the defaulting party. In an initial notice of default, you give the other party a chance to still fulfil its obligations within a reasonable period. If the party has not acted after this deadline, you can dissolve the contract (judicial or extrajudicial). Make sure you follow the right legal steps and, if necessary, seek advice to minimise the risk of legal complications after termination.
To effectively enforce payment terms, include clear and specific payment terms in your contract. Make sure the contract specifies when payment is due, the consequences of late payment (such as interest or penalties), and how payment should be made. If a customer or supplier does not pay by the agreed date, start with a notice of default giving them a last chance to pay. If payment is still not forthcoming after that, you can subpoena the party to enforce payment through the courts.
That depends on the exact wording of the clause. A non-compete clause must be limited in time, activities and geographical area to be valid and enforceable. If the agreement only mentions a prohibition within a certain region, you are allowed to operate outside that region, unless otherwise stipulated. We will examine together whether the clause is legally valid, and to what extent you can continue your activities without risk of sanctions.
