Sophisticated Contract & Commercial Agreement Counsel in Connecticut, New York and Massachusetts
Strategic Contract Solutions for Your Business Success
Our firm delivers sophisticated contract drafting, negotiation, and management services designed to protect your interests while advancing your business objectives.
We combine deep legal expertise with practical business acumen to create agreements that minimize risk, maximize opportunity, and provide clarity in your commercial relationships.
Contract Drafting & Review
Our attorneys craft precise, enforceable agreements tailored to your specific business needs and industry requirements:
We employ a structured review methodology that emphasizes clear language, appropriate risk allocation, definitive performance metrics, and practical enforceability in every agreement we draft. Typical contract drafting timelines range from 3-5 business days for standard agreements to 2-3 weeks for complex, multi-party contracts, depending on the scope and complexity of the matter.
New York Contract Law Expertise
Our New York-admitted attorneys navigate the complexities of New York's robust commercial jurisprudence, ensuring your agreements are enforceable and protective under New York's sophisticated business law framework.
Remember:
- New York UCC Article 2 requirements for commercial transactions under N.Y. U.C.C. Law § 2-101 et seq.
- Statute of frauds compliance under NY GOB § 5-701
- Recent developments in New York's restrictive covenant jurisprudence following BDO Seidman v. Hirshberg, 93 N.Y.2d 382 (1999) and its progeny
- Employee vs. independent contractor classification standards under the Bynog v. Cipriani Group, 1 N.Y.3d 193 (2003) factors
- Application of NY General Business Law § 349 to commercial relationships as limited by New York Univ. v. Continental Ins. Co., 87 N.Y.2d 308 (1995)
- Contract interpretation principles established in W.W.W. Associates v. Giancontieri, 77 N.Y.2d 157 (1990)
Commercial contracts and service agreements
Supply, distribution, and procurement contracts
Master service agreements and statements of work
Non-disclosure and confidentiality agreements
Consulting and independent contractor agreements
Consulting and independent contractor agreements
Shareholder Agreements
Board of Advisors
Employment and executive compensation agreements
Customer and vendor agreements
Terms of service and terms of use
Subscription Agreements
Software Development (Agile/Waterfall)
Beta testing
Executive Search
All you Want/All you Need
Service Relationship Agreements
Contracts defining service performance terms, standards, and obligations
Key Instruments
- Professional Services Agreements
- Independent Contractor Agreements
- Consulting Agreements
- Outsourcing Agreements
- Statement of Work (SOW) Documents
Business Formation & Governance Agreements
Foundational documents establishing entity structure and operational parameters
Key Instruments
- Operating Agreements
- Partnership Agreements
- Shareholder Agreements
- Corporate Bylaws
- Joint Venture Agreements
Commercial Transaction
Instruments governing the exchange of goods, services, and property
Key Instruments
- Purchase and Sale Agreements
- Supply and Distribution Agreements
- Commercial Lease Agreements
- Asset Purchase Agreements
- Equipment Rental Agreements
Comprehensive Contract Review Services
Protecting Your Interests When Reviewing Third-Party Agreements
Our attorneys provide thorough review of contracts presented to you by other parties, identifying potential risks and suggesting strategic modifications to protect your interests. We analyze agreements with attention to both legal enforceability and business implications.
Our contract review process includes:
- Identification of unfavorable terms and conditions
- Analysis of risk allocation provisions (indemnification, warranties, limitations of liability)
- Evaluation of termination rights and post-termination obligations
- Assessment of intellectual property and confidentiality provisions
- Review of dispute resolution mechanisms and governing law
- Explanation of legal and business implications in plain language
- Strategic recommendations for requested modifications
Many clients come to us after signing problematic agreements. Proactive legal review before signing can prevent costly disputes and preserve negotiating leverage. We strive to provide review feedback within timeframes that respect your business deadlines.
Services Agreement Drafting & Review
Comprehensive Protection for Service Relationships
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Turley Law drafts and reviews services agreements with precision, addressing the specific operational and risk management concerns unique to service relationships. Our agreements clearly delineate the parties' rights and obligations while incorporating essential protective provisions.
Our services agreements address:
- Compensation structures and payment terms
- Scope of work definitions with requisite specificity
- Express warranties and service level requirements
- Intellectual property ownership and licensing provisions
- Confidential information protection
- Indemnification obligations
- Limitation of liability provisions
- Force majeure contingencies
- Termination rights and procedures
- Alternative dispute resolution mechanisms
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Connecticut and New York apply distinct standards to services agreements, particularly regarding implied warranties, indemnification provisions, and liability limitations. Our dual-jurisdiction expertise helps you understand applicable law while maximizing enforceability.
Our Contract & Commercial Agreement Attorneys
Licensed Counsel Experienced in Complex Commercial Transactions
Initial consultations are conducted by attorneys licensed in the jurisdiction relevant to your matter. Our Connecticut-based clients work with Connecticut-admitted attorneys, while our New York clients work with New York-admitted counsel.
