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Specialist business contract lawyers enabling strong start-ups, measured growth and graceful exits.

14/10/2026

Want to leave a supplier at the end of the year?

You check the contract… and discover you needed to give six months’ notice.

It’s already renewed for another 12 months.

Automatic renewals can be convenient, but they can also leave businesses tied into agreements they no longer want – simply because nobody was monitoring the deadline.

And it’s not just the expiry date that matters.

You need to know:

✓ Whether the contract renews automatically
✓ How much notice you need to give
✓ How that notice must be served
✓ Whether prices can change at renewal
✓ When you actually need to make a decision

In our latest blog, we look at why businesses should take a more proactive approach to contract renewals and why a simple contract calendar can help avoid expensive surprises.

A renewal should be a commercial decision – not something that happens because nobody noticed the deadline.

Read the full blog: link in bio

06/10/2026

“Can we change the delivery schedule?”

“Yes, that’s fine.”

Two emails. Change agreed. But has the contract actually been amended?

Commercial arrangements change all the time, and often those changes happen informally – through emails, conversations or simply because both parties start doing things differently.

The problem is that your contract may specify exactly how changes need to be agreed.

That can leave businesses thinking they’ve agreed one thing, while the written contract says another.

In our latest blog, we look at:

✓ Whether contracts can be changed informally
✓ Why variation clauses matter
✓ The potential issues with agreeing changes by email
✓ What can happen when working practices change over time
✓ Why important changes should be clearly documented

The key takeaway? If the commercial agreement changes, make sure the paperwork keeps up.

Read the full blog: https://www.law-point.co.uk/post/can-you-change-a-contract-by-email-or-through-your-conduct

28/09/2026

Your business relationship has evolved. But has your contract kept up?

Over time, commercial relationships naturally change.

Services expand. Pricing gets renegotiated. Responsibilities shift. Payment terms change. New processes become the norm.

But often, the original contract stays exactly the same.

That might not feel like a problem while everything is running smoothly. But when a disagreement arises, the gap between what the contract says and what actually happens in practice can create uncertainty.

In our latest blog, we look at the signs that an agreement may be due a review – and one simple question every business should ask:

If we had to sign this agreement today, would these still be the terms we would agree?

Read the full blog: https://www.law-point.co.uk/post/your-business-relationship-has-changed-has-your-contract

16/09/2026

Have your contracts caught up with AI?

AI is becoming part of everyday business, but many commercial agreements weren't written with AI in mind.

If you're purchasing AI technology, working with suppliers who use it or introducing AI into your own processes, there are some important contractual questions to consider:

🔹 How is confidential information protected?
🔹 Who owns AI-generated content?
🔹 Who is responsible for checking the accuracy of outputs?
🔹 What happens if an AI-generated error causes a loss?

Clear contractual terms around data, intellectual property, responsibility and liability can help reduce uncertainty before it becomes a dispute.

We explore some of the key clauses businesses should consider in our latest blog.

Read the full article: https://www.law-point.co.uk/post/the-contract-clauses-every-business-should-consider-when-using-ai

11/09/2026

AI is changing the way we do business. But are your contracts keeping up?

From drafting documents and analysing data to supporting customer communications, AI is quickly becoming part of everyday business.

But greater use of AI also brings new commercial and legal considerations.

In this month's Lawpoint newsletter, we're looking at AI in business and what happens when things go wrong, including:

🔹 Can you trust AI to draft your contracts?
🔹 Who's liable when AI gets it wrong?
🔹 What contract clauses should businesses consider when using AI?

Whether you're already using AI across your organisation or just starting to explore the opportunities, understanding the potential risks is an important part of using it responsibly.

Read our latest newsletter and explore all three articles: https://mailchi.mp/4609a999a321/lawpoint-of-view-september

08/09/2026

**If AI gets it wrong, who's responsible?**

As more businesses use AI to draft documents, analyse information, and communicate with customers, this question is increasingly important.

If your business relies on inaccurate AI-generated information, responsibility doesn't simply disappear because technology was involved.

Businesses still need appropriate oversight of the contracts they sign, the information they publish and the commercial decisions they make.

That means thinking carefully about how AI is used internally, what employees can use it for, and when human review is required.

Our latest blog looks at AI, accountability and some of the practical steps businesses can take to reduce their risk.

Read more: https://www.law-point.co.uk/post/who-s-liable-when-ai-gets-it-wrong

03/09/2026

Can you trust AI to draft your contracts?

AI can produce a professional-looking contract in seconds. But does that mean the contract actually protects your business?

AI tools can be incredibly useful for creating first drafts and speeding up everyday tasks, but commercial agreements carry risks.

Important clauses can be missed. Wording may not reflect UK law. And a contract that looks convincing on the surface may not properly reflect the commercial deal you've agreed.

AI can be a useful assistant, but it isn't a substitute for legal judgement.

In our latest blog, we look at where AI can help with contract drafting, where the risks lie and why human review still matters.

Read the full blog: https://www.law-point.co.uk/post/can-you-trust-ai-to-draft-your-contracts

30/07/2026

Not every contract needs a solicitor.

But knowing when to seek legal advice can save your business significant time, money and stress.

It may be worth asking for a legal review if:

• The agreement is high value.
• You're entering a long-term commercial relationship.
• The liability clauses seem one-sided.
• Intellectual property is involved.
• The contract has been heavily amended.
• You're unsure exactly what you're agreeing to.

A contract review isn't about slowing a deal down. It's about making sure you understand your obligations and reducing the risk of future disputes.

In our latest blog, we explain when obtaining legal advice is a sensible investment rather than an unnecessary expense.

Read the full article here: https://www.law-point.co.uk/post/when-should-you-ask-a-lawyer-to-review-a-contract

21/07/2026

Most people read the commercial terms of a contract.

Far fewer read the final pages.

Yet those "standard" clauses at the back of an agreement often determine what happens if something goes wrong.

Clauses covering governing law, notices, force majeure, assignment and entire agreement may seem routine, but they can have a significant impact during a dispute.

They aren't simply legal housekeeping.

They're there to protect both parties and provide certainty when unexpected situations arise.

In our latest blog, we explain why boilerplate clauses deserve far more attention than they often receive.

Read the full article here: https://www.law-point.co.uk/post/why-boilerplate-clauses-matter-more-than-you-think

16/07/2026

The deal has been agreed.

The pricing is right.

Everyone is ready to sign.

But have you taken a few minutes to review the contract itself?

Many commercial disputes don't arise because businesses acted in bad faith. They happen because important details were overlooked before the agreement was signed.

Before signing any contract, ask yourself:

✔ Are you contracting with the correct legal entity?

✔ Does the agreement reflect what was actually negotiated?

✔ Are the risks and liabilities fair?

✔ Can you terminate the agreement if circumstances change?

✔ Is the person signing authorised to do so?

These simple checks can help avoid unnecessary legal issues and protect your business from costly mistakes.

In our latest blog, we explore five essential checks every business should make before signing a contract.

Read the full article here: https://www.law-point.co.uk/post/five-things-to-check-before-signing-any-contract

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