Commercial Law

A business’ contracting relationships are becoming increasingly complex as global regulatory regimes and data security and privacy, energy, environmental and social concerns gain prominence. Aligning these priorities within a contract to a business’ strategy while achieving day to day needs requires a holistic approach.

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What EY Law can do for you

We counsel businesses in connection with their ongoing contractual relationships with domestic and international customers, suppliers, and distributors. We provide advice on all forms of commercial contracts to support day-to-day and strategic business activities.

We are part of an Oceania and global network of legal professionals providing holistic multidisciplinary solutions, delivered in an innovative and technology enhanced way

Our experience extends across sectors and regulatory regimes, including:

  • Contracts covering outsourcing conducted through detailed procurement processes
  • Services distribution
  • Software licensing
  • Development agreements
  • Product marketing
  • Manufacturing
  • Supply arrangements
  • Maintenance and support
  • White labelling
  • Collaboration and joint ventures
  • Data protection and privacy
  • Online terms and conditions

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