Implementing bespoke Terms of Business safeguards your business by minimising the risk of disputes.
In today’s competitive landscape, your business needs terms that are both protective and pragmatic. We draw up terms of business that simplify legal complexity, shield your commercial interests, and provide a clear operational roadmap for your enterprise.
FAQs
Terms of business are the legal guidelines that govern the commercial relationship between a business and its clients or customers.
These terms outline the rights, responsibilities, and expectations of both parties when engaging in business transactions. They typically cover aspects such as pricing, payment methods, delivery timeframes, warranties, and dispute resolution procedures.
Terms of Business are commonly known as “Terms and Conditions” or “T&Cs” and can often be found on the bottom row of a website.
Terms of Business are important because they:
Yes, Terms of Business can form a legally binding contract. A contract is formed when a customer or client agrees to your Terms of Business, by signing a document or through implied consent (such as proceeding with a transaction after being made aware of the terms).
Whilst templates for Terms of Business are readily available, it’s important to exercise caution when using them.
An online template may be cost-efficient, but it is unlikely that it contains terms relevant to your circumstances, making it redundant if you do end up in a dispute. It may also not be up-to-date with industry standards or UK legislation.
Consulting with a commercial solicitor to draft or review your terms will prevent potential issues down the line and ensure you’re protected in all eventualities.
If you decide to use a template and then ask a solicitor to check it, they may end up having to rewrite it.
The key stages involved in drafting Terms of Business include:
Depending on your matter, a typical review of your Terms of Business will involve:
If you need Terms of Business drafted or reviewed by a solicitor, we can help. Just give us a call on 0203 007 5500.
The time required to draft Terms of Business can vary significantly depending on the complexity of your business and the scope of services offered.
Your solicitor will give you a time estimate upon further discussions of your matter.
The cost of a draft or review depends on the complexity of your business, the length of the document, and the revisions required.
Once you have outlined your needs with our solicitors, we can provide a fee estimate.
To request a callback from our commercial solicitors, please call us on 0203 007 5500.
Call, email or provide us with a few details of your matter, and we’ll help you arrange an initial consultation. You’ll get:
No fee surprises. Ever. Our solicitors in London and Brighton will inform you from the outset how much your case will cost and we will do everything in our power to keep costs down and within your original fee estimate.
You are our priority and law is our speciality. Our award-winning solicitors in London and Brighton ensure you know exactly where you stand from a legal perspective so you can make a well-informed decision.
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