Blasco SchneiderLegal & Corporate Counsel
Home›Lawyers›Commercial Agreements and Business Negotiations›Commercial Agency and Representation Contracts

Commercial Agency and Representation Contracts

An effective commercial contract should work both during ordinary performance and when disagreement arises. An agent promotes transactions on another party's behalf within agreed parameters. Commission and customer relationships are common sources of disputes.

What to keep in mind

Define territory, authority, commissions, payment triggers, exclusivity, reporting, expenses and termination consequences.

Ending an agency without assessing applicable rights may lead to financial exposure.

Distinctions often confused

A commercial agent is not automatically a distributor or employee.

Frequently asked questions

Can a commercial agent sign contracts for the principal?
Only where sufficiently authorized.
Are commissions still due after termination?
That depends on the applicable legal regime and the transactions involved.

Informational content. It is not a substitute for professional advice.