DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENTS

Distribution Law for Retailers

Distribution law can be complex, which is why Gladwin Legal should be your first point of call.

While an informal arrangement may seem easier, in the long run it can often lead to misunderstandings especially where exclusivity and minimum sales may be involved. A written distribution agreement or distribution contract is particularly important in an arrangement such as this, where they may be lots of moving parts involved and plenty of room for error.

As a full-service, award-winning retail law firm, Gladwin Legal handle a wide range supply chain matters. Our legal services include Manufacturing and Supply Agreements, Confidentiality Agreements and Shareholder’s Agreements.

For specialist distribution law advice, speak to our commercial contract lawyers at Gladwin Legal today.

Expertly Drafted Distribution Agreements

Common issues we consider in a distribution agreement include:

• sign-on fee;
• exclusivity;
• the territory or scope of the arrangement (taking into consideration competition laws and any existing non-compete obligations);
• payment terms;
• any reporting obligations;

any minimum performance thresholds:

• whether the contract will be extended and at what cost;
• intellectual property licences including trademarks;
• whether the distributor will be required to advertise the goods; and
• when and how the agreement may be terminated (and the consequences).

The Gladwin Legal team can assist with:

• drafting and reviewing a distribution agreement;
• amending an existing distribution agreement;
• resolving disputes;
• drafting tailored clauses;
• consumer law advice; and
• assistance with all other commercial and consumer law matters.