Corporate, Commercial Law and Dispute Resolution · Contracts, Commercial Law and Transactions
Foreign economic contract drafting provides the legal framework for trade between Ukrainian and foreign companies and should reflect international commercial practice, applicable law and the requirements relevant to the Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (UCCI). Careful drafting helps a business define delivery, payment, force majeure and dispute resolution before performance begins.
When a Business Needs Legal Support for Foreign Economic Contracts
conclusion of export contracts;
preparation of import agreements;
international supply of goods;
long-term commercial agreements;
ongoing international trade;
reduction of commercial-dispute risks;
contracts intended for international arbitration.
Preparing a Foreign Economic Contract
drafting foreign economic agreements;
analysis of international commercial risks;
legal analysis of Incoterms;
preparation of delivery terms;
review of payment terms;
drafting arbitration clauses;
inclusion of force-majeure provisions;
adaptation of agreements to the applicable international legal framework.
Comprehensive legal work can reduce the risk of international commercial conflict by addressing the principal issues before the parties start performance.
UCCI Requirements and Practice in International Contracts
The Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and Industry plays a significant role in the foreign economic activity.
UCCI requirements;
international trade customs;
international commercial practice;
mechanisms for confirming force majeure;
requirements for certificates of origin;
international commercial arbitration practice;
rules used in international commercial transactions.
Use of relevant UCCI practice can strengthen the documentary position of the business and reduce uncertainty in an international dispute.
Contracts for International Trade and Foreign Economic Activity
export contracts;
import agreements;
international commercial agreements;
supply contracts;
agency and distribution agreements;
services agreements;
international investment agreements;
international cooperation agreements.
Professional contract drafting allows a company to operate in international markets with clearer allocation of commercial and legal risk.
Arbitration Clauses and Business Protection
International commercial contracts should clearly determine how disputes will be resolved.
draft arbitration clauses;
determine the jurisdiction or forum for international disputes;
adapt agreements for international arbitration;
reduce the risk of jurisdictional conflict;
protect business interests in international disputes.
A well-structured dispute clause can materially improve enforceability and reduce uncertainty if the commercial relationship breaks down.
Force Majeure and International Commercial Risk
Foreign economic agreements should address the possibility of force-majeure circumstances.
include force-majeure provisions;
define the notification procedure;
determine the consequences of force majeure;
take relevant UCCI practice into account;
reduce the risk arising from non-performance.
Integrated drafting can reduce financial and reputational exposure where external events affect performance.
Commercial Value of Professional Drafting
experience with international business transactions;
understanding of international trade and foreign economic activity;
structured preparation of cross-border agreements;
experience working with UCCI-related procedures;
integrated legal support for the transaction;
contract terms adapted to the specific project.
International contract structure should connect delivery terms, payment mechanics, UCCI-related documentation, force majeure and dispute resolution in one enforceable commercial document. This preparation gives the parties a clearer basis for performance and reduces the cost of resolving ambiguities after a dispute begins.
Why is it better with us?
The principal activities of the UBC group of companies are consulting, financial and investment services, search and selection of investors for business and attraction of loans, purchase and sale of established businesses in Ukraine, Europe and other countries, IT services, and development of commercial real estate in Ukraine and abroad. For the development of your business: registration of enterprises in Ukraine, ready-made companies in the EU, registration of companies in England and other countries, corporate law, offshore jurisdictions and offshore companies, business consulting, audit, certification, registration of LLCs, registration of financial companies, asset management companies, mutual investment funds, registration of joint-stock companies, issue of securities and bonds, and support for foreign investment.
The continuously expanding range of regional and foreign partners directly helps resolve our clients’ issues when conducting business both in Ukraine and abroad.
We are always focused on the result you need and will do everything to achieve it within the required timeframe, taking your wishes and requirements into detailed account! Why is it better to start business in Ukraine with UBC? The answer is simple - we have much more practical experience, resources and opportunities.
Price: Foreign Economic Contracts Taking into Account Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (UCCI) Requirements