Fixed Fee Contract Review

Commercial Contract Review — From R7,500

Identify risk, protect your position, and understand what you are agreeing to — before you sign.

What We Review

Supplier & Procurement

Supply agreements, distribution terms, and procurement contracts

Customer & Service

Service level agreements, master service agreements, and client terms

SaaS & Software

Licence agreements, SaaS subscriptions, and technology contracts

Reseller & Distribution

Reseller agreements, agency arrangements, and channel terms

Non-Disclosure

Confidentiality agreements, mutual NDAs, and information-sharing terms

Partnership & JV

Joint venture MoUs, collaboration agreements, and partnership terms

How It Works

1

Send Us the Agreement

Upload or email the contract you need reviewed. Let us know what concerns you and what matters most to your business.

2

Attorney Review

A senior commercial attorney reviews the agreement in detail, identifying risk areas and commercially significant provisions. Typically 3–5 working days.

3

Written Feedback

You receive written comments, a marked-up draft, or both — together with practical amendment suggestions. A follow-up discussion is included.

What's Included

Detailed review of one agreement of reasonable length and complexity
Written comments identifying risk areas
Practical amendment suggestions — not academic observations
Marked-up draft where appropriate
Follow-up feedback discussion (video or phone)
From R7,500 (excl. 15% VAT)

What Affects the Fee

Agreement lengthStandard commercial agreements of up to ~20 pages fall within the base fee. Longer agreements may attract a higher fee.
Complexity of provisionsStandard commercial terms vs bespoke IP, liability, or regulatory provisions.
Counterparty amendmentsIf you need a response to the other party's proposed amendments, this may increase the scope.
Marked-up redlineA redline draft in addition to written comments may affect the fee depending on scope.
UrgencyExpedited turnaround is available at a premium, subject to availability.

We will confirm the fee before starting. No surprises.

Why a Review Matters

Signed Without Review

Auto-renewal clauses lock you in without notice
Uncapped liability exposes you to unlimited claims
One-sided IP assignment transfers your rights
Unenforceable restraint clauses give false comfort
No practical termination flexibility
Dispute resolution favours the other party

Reviewed by an Attorney

Clear termination rights with fair notice periods
Balanced liability caps proportionate to the deal
IP rights protected and properly allocated
Restraints scoped to be enforceable and practical
Commercially workable obligations for both parties
Dispute resolution structured fairly

The cost of reviewing a contract before signing is measured in thousands. The cost of a dispute arising from a contract you did not review is measured in tens — or hundreds — of thousands.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the R7,500 inclusive of VAT?

No. The fee is R7,500 excluding 15% VAT. The total including VAT is R8,625.

What counts as "reasonable length and complexity"?

A standard commercial agreement of up to approximately 20 pages. Agreements that are significantly longer or involve complex regulatory, IP, or multi-jurisdictional provisions may attract a higher fee, which we will confirm before starting.

Can you also negotiate with the other party?

Yes. Negotiation support can be quoted separately or provided on an hourly basis alongside the review. Many clients find that a thorough review positions them to negotiate more effectively themselves.

How quickly can you turn it around?

Standard turnaround is 3 to 5 working days from receipt of the agreement. Expedited review is available at a premium, subject to availability.

What if the agreement is very long or complex?

We will confirm the fee before starting any work. You will never be charged more than the agreed amount without prior discussion and approval.

Do you review employment contracts?

This service covers commercial agreements between businesses. Employment contracts and HR documentation can be quoted separately.

Need a Contract Reviewed?

Send us the agreement and we will confirm the fee and turnaround time. No obligation, no surprises.

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