Business Employment Contract Solicitors

Policies and Procedures

In conjunction with the employment contract, it is recommended that there be clearly defined policies and procedures in the workplace. The contract provides the main terms of employment, but all employees should be aware of relevant policies such as sickness, disciplinary and dismissal procedures.

Our commercial law solicitors can review your current policies and/or create policies based on an assessment of your business needs. Employers often engage us to carry out a ‘health check’ of their employment contracts and policies to ensure they are up to date or address changes in the law.

Consultancy Agreements for Self-employed Contractors

In relation to businesses that engage the service of agents or contractors, it is important to ensure there is a written contract in place, so both parties know the clearly defined terms of any agreement between them.

Self-employed contractors or agents are usually engaged under what is known as a ‘contract for services’ or ‘consultancy agreement’.

• A contract for services is used when a freelance contractor provides a specific service to a company, such as accountancy or marketing.
• A consultancy agreement is when a consultant provides advice or services to a company to improve performance in a specific area, such as finance or information technology.

Contracts can be issued by a self-employed contractor or the business they are serving.

In some cases, we recommend that contracts include a ‘no mutual obligations’ clause so that neither party is obligated to provide or accept work and there is no remuneration for work not undertaken. In addition, confidentiality clauses may need to be included and non-competition or other restrictive covenants to protect any sensitive trade secrets or client and supplier information.

Why choose Davisons?

Our experienced solicitors specialise in drafting contracts that clearly set out expectations, terms and services.

Our experienced solicitors specialise in drafting contracts that clearly set out expectations, terms and services. We have been advising employers throughout the UK for decades on creating employment contracts that protect both the employee and the business in a legally compliant manner.

Get in touch today for your free initial assessment, and let us ensure your business is protected.