At Marcus Lynch we pride ourselves on our extensive experience in the area of Commercial Law, particularly in the purchase and sale of businesses. We also operate a full service covering the legal implications involved in the day to day running of your business. We act for a substantial number of companies giving advice on the legal aspects of their commercial arrangements. Among the areas we cover are:

• Agency and Distribution
• Buying and Selling
• Confidentiality Agreements
• Franchise Arrangements
• Use of Consultants
• Buying and Selling a Business

Agency and Distribution
For those selling goods or services, the use of third-party channels may be the way to grow the business. In such circumstances should you appoint Agents or Distributors? What are the key differences between the two, and what is best for your business? We offer substantial experience in agency and distribution and can help you make the right decisions for your own particular needs.

Buying and Selling
Day to day business can throw up a variety of issues. You will want to make sure, for example, that any standard Contracts you may use in your business are up to date and take account of changes in the law. For instance the Interest in Commercial Contract Regulations now allow you to charge interest on unpaid debts after 30 days. You might wish to include a clause to this effect in your standard terms and conditions of sale. You will find us proactive, by informing you about new legislation or cases that may impact on this area.

Confidentiality Agreements
You may need a Non-Disclosure Agreement if there is a need to share sensitive information with a potential partner

Franchise Arrangements
Many of the world's biggest brands, in the retail and "fast food" businesses, for example, are run on a franchise basis. A number of these are actively looking at moving into Ireland. We have acted for both the franchisors and franchisees and understand the issues involved. We can help you build a successful franchise relationship, which ever side of it you are sitting on.

Use of Consultants
From time to time you may engage Consultants. We can help you put together the right Contract to ensure you get the best out of the relationship, by defining clear deliverables and time schedules.

Buying and Selling a Business
Over the years, we have acted for a substantial number of businesses both in acquisitions and disposals. We have a wide range of expertise in this area and will be able to assist you whether you wish to acquire a new business, dispose of your own business, or perhaps retire.