Drafting, review and negotiation of commercial contracts — sale of goods and services, distribution, agency, franchising, joint ventures and IP licensing.
Contact usContracts are the foundation of every commercial relationship, and a well-structured one is the instrument that makes a business predictable.
In a global market where companies work with domestic and foreign partners, precise contracts matter more than ever — the growth of e-commerce, the weight of the IT industry and software licensing, and the spread of franchising from hospitality to retail all raise the stakes.
Good contracts define obligations clearly, reduce the risk of misunderstanding and protect the company’s position. In international trade, where legal systems and business practice overlap, that precision is indispensable. The emphasis in commercial law is on prevention: anticipating problems before they become disputes.
For domestic companies that means a safer route into foreign markets; for foreign investors, the confidence that they can operate stably in Serbia.
Twelve contract types across trade, distribution, cooperation and licensing.
Five stages, from the first analysis to continuing support.
We look at the business model and the objectives of the relationship.
We propose the contractual arrangement that fits.
We draft and revise the contracts in line with the rules and practice.
We protect the client’s position before courts and arbitral tribunals.
Continuous contract advice across the business cycle.
A sample of recent work in the sector.
Prepared the agreement for an international manufacturer in the luxury goods sector.
Drafted and negotiated the joint venture agreement between a Serbian and a foreign company.
Legal support in preparing the franchise arrangement for a hospitality operator.
Represented the client in arbitration proceedings over breach of contractual obligations.
Templates look practical, but they rarely cover the specific needs and risks of an individual relationship, and often neglect deadlines, confidentiality, limitation of liability or tax questions.
Tailored contracts prepared with legal support make sure the key provisions are covered. Over time they pay for themselves by reducing the risk of misunderstanding and costly litigation.
The first step is to review the contract and its provisions on termination, damages and contractual penalties. An amicable route — negotiation or mediation — is often faster and cheaper than court.
If agreement is not possible, court or arbitration proceedings follow, depending on what the contract provides. We explain the options and assess which route gives the best result.
They can, but their compatibility with the domestic framework has to be checked. Provisions on termination, liability or contractual penalties can work differently in other jurisdictions.
Applied directly in Serbia, some clauses may be unenforceable, which is why foreign contracts are adapted to local rules and practice.
It depends on complexity and the number of parties. Simpler contracts can be ready within days; complex ones, particularly international agreements spanning several areas of law, can take several weeks.
Negotiations add to that, as the parties align their positions before signing. We balance speed against precision so the client is protected.
Arbitration has advantages in international commercial disputes: proceedings are usually faster, more flexible and confidential, and awards are easier to recognise and enforce abroad under the New York Convention.
It can be more expensive, and is not always suited to simple low-value disputes, so the right forum should be assessed in advance.
Hidden risk usually sits in imprecise provisions, missing warranties or the absence of clauses covering unexpected events such as force majeure.
A detailed review before signing is essential. Protective mechanisms — deposits, guarantees or contractual penalties — significantly reduce legal and financial exposure.
A brokerage agreement obliges the broker to bring the parties together but does not authorise them to conclude contracts on anyone’s behalf.
An agency agreement authorises the agent to negotiate and conclude contracts in the name and for the account of the principal, with broader obligations and rights, including commission after termination.
From the earliest stage, when there is the greatest scope to shape the key provisions. Later on, positions have usually been agreed in principle and are harder to change.
Early legal support identifies risk, protects the client’s interests and shapes the negotiating strategy.
Tell us what you are signing, distributing or licensing and we will draft it so it holds.
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