CONTRACT LAW & CONTRACT MANAGEMENT
Drafting contracts, minimizing risks,
Create structures.
Contracts form the basis of reliable relationships – in business as well as in private life. Especially when interests diverge, expectations become unclear, or projects grow in complexity, the importance of a clear legal framework, precise regulations, and robust structures becomes evident. This is where the difference between pure contract law and active contract management lies: While contract law defines the legal framework, well-conceived contract management ensures that agreements hold up in everyday practice, negotiations are conducted strategically, claims are identified early on, and even complex contractual structures are managed effectively. Our firm supports companies, entrepreneurs, executives, and individuals in drafting legally sound contracts and providing structured support for their implementation throughout the relationship – from individual agreements to complex national and international project structures.
Why clients trust our expertise
CONTRACT REVIEW & CONTRACT DRAFT
Contracts with foresight, clarity in every detail.
Many contracts appear clear at first glance and are therefore adopted without closer review. It is often precisely in those cases that uncertainty arises later, because obligations, responsibilities, or interfaces have not been properly defined. We review and draft contracts in a way that clearly defines rights and obligations, makes risks identifiable at an early stage, and helps avoid later disputes wherever possible.
This is not just about individual clauses, but about whether an agreement as a whole provides clear guidance and proves workable in practice. The result is contracts that are legally precise in their wording while also providing a reliable framework by which all parties can continue to orient themselves with confidence.
CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS & STRATEGY
Know the terrain, negotiate convincingly.
Contract negotiations are rarely just about wording. The crucial factor is aligning the interests, expectations, and scope of action of the parties involved to create a robust agreement. We support negotiations with legal precision, strategic understanding, and a focus on what makes the collaboration sustainable in the long term.
We provide support not only with the legal assessment of individual points, but also with structuring the discussion, preparing positions, and translating differing expectations into a coherent solution. Those who know the terrain before negotiating are more likely to reach their goal.
CONTRACT MANAGEMENT & CLAIM MANAGEMENT
Understanding established structures, securing claims.
A contract is not concluded with the signature; rather, it begins to prove itself in everyday practice. Just as tree rings reveal what a tree has endured, a well-supported contractual relationship shows what is truly resilient — and where tensions arise before they become a problem.
We assist in providing structured support for ongoing contractual relationships, identifying developments at an early stage, and assessing claims in a way that is both legally sound and commercially sensible. In this way, clarity is maintained even in dynamic contractual relationships.
COMPLEX CONTRACTS, PROJECTS & INTERNATIONAL STRUCTURES
Managing complexity,
creating certainty.
For larger undertakings, project contracts, or international business relationships, reviewing individual clauses in isolation is often not enough. Where numerous parties, interfaces, and risks come together, a contractual structure is needed that remains manageable even under demanding conditions. We support complex contractual frameworks with experience, a broad overview, and a sure sense of both legal and commercial interrelationships.
With many years of experience in the international contract management of major infrastructure projects, we help to organize complex structures, manage risks at an early stage, and place decisions on a solid foundation. In this way, complexity does not become confusion, but rather a structure that preserves the ability to act even in critical phases.
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OUTSOURCED LEGAL DEPARTMENT FOR SMEs
Strengthening leadership.
Optimizing structures.
ENFORCEMENT PROCEEDINGS IN SWITZERLAND
International judgments.
Enforcement in Switzerland.
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Resolving conflicts. Moving forward together.
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COMPLEX CONTRACTS, PROJECTS & INTERNATIONAL STRUCTURES
As projects grow, the contract structure must also grow.
For larger projects, project contracts, or international business relationships, an isolated contract review is often insufficient. In these cases, it is crucial to structure contracts strategically and manage risks early on.
With many years of experience in international contract management for large infrastructure projects, Dr. Marcel Faßbender supports companies and individuals in developing complex contract structures, accompanying negotiations and making legal risks controllable.
CONTRACT MANAGEMENT & CLAIM MANAGEMENT
Contracts don't end with the signature – they begin there.
Many conflicts arise only during the execution of a contract: services change, additional demands arise, or expectations develop differently.
As part of our contract management services, we support you in managing ongoing contractual relationships, enforcing legitimate claims, and defending against unjustified demands. The combination of contract law and structured claims management helps to identify conflicts early and resolve them in a cost-effective manner.
CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS & EXPECTATION MANAGEMENT
Good contracts are created when interests are understood.
Contract negotiations are rarely just about legal formulations. The crucial thing is to understand the interests and expectations of the parties involved and translate them into a stable agreement.
We support contract negotiations from both a legal perspective and within the framework of structured contract management. This results in solutions that are economically sound, legally robust, and sustainable in the long term.
CONTRACT REVIEW & CONTRACT DRAFT
Contract law that creates clarity – before problems arise.
Many contracts appear standardized at first glance and are therefore signed without review. This is precisely where conflicts often arise later. Within the scope of our contract law practice, we review and draft agreements to ensure that rights and obligations are clearly defined: scope of services, quality, deadlines, liability, and responsibilities. Simultaneously, our contract management considers how these provisions can be practically implemented. The result is contracts that are not only legally sound but also sustainable in everyday practice.
