Commercial

Commercial Agreements & Commercialisation of Intellectual Property

We work closely with businesses at all stages of growth, from micro-enterprises to large multinational ventures, to ensure their commercial arrangements are properly structured and legally sound. For start-ups, this often means assisting with the foundational agreements that set the tone for long-term success, such as partnership agreements, joint ventures, and cooperation contracts. For more established companies, we help refine or restructure existing frameworks to support expansion and mitigate risk.

A key aspect of our services is guiding clients through the technical and practical steps of setting up companies and related governance structures. This includes drafting and tailoring memorandums of incorporation, shareholder agreements, and other essential corporate documents. By focusing on clarity and enforceability, we help safeguard the rights of all stakeholders while ensuring that decision-making and profit-sharing mechanisms are fair and functional.

In addition to corporate structuring, we also provide strong protections for business relationships through restraints of trade, non-disclosure agreements, and confidentiality undertakings. These are often tailored with a specific focus on intellectual property (IP), as protecting know-how, technology, trade secrets, and other intangible assets is vital for competitiveness in today’s markets. Our approach ensures that businesses can collaborate, innovate, and grow without compromising their proprietary knowledge.

Another cornerstone of our work is assisting with the commercialisation of intellectual property. We advise on and draft agreements that govern the funding, development, licensing, distribution, and marketing of IP assets. This includes creating structures that balance the interests of creators, investors, and end-users, ensuring that intellectual property is not only protected but also effectively monetised. Our expertise helps clients unlock the full potential of their ideas and innovations.

For us, this practice area is particularly rewarding because it allows us to be part of our clients’ growth journeys from inception to market success. We take pride in offering practical, commercially focused legal solutions that empower entrepreneurs and corporations alike to build lasting value. Whether it is securing early-stage investment, structuring a strategic partnership, or licensing technology to global players, our role is to provide the legal foundation for businesses to thrive.