Commercial Contracts Solicitors
Protect your business, reduce risk, and secure agreements.
Why commercial contracts matter to your business
Every commercial relationship starts with a contract. A strong agreement provides clarity, sets out responsibilities and offers protection if something goes wrong. Poorly drafted or unclear contracts create disputes, damage relationships, and cost you time and money.
By working with Goughs’ commercial contracts solicitors, you can be confident that your contracts safeguard your business, support growth and promote future opportunities.
Why choose Goughs as your Commercial Contracts Solicitors?
Goughs has been supporting businesses since 1882, building long-lasting relationships based on trust, expertise, and results. We are committed to providing proactive, accessible support so you can focus on running your business with confidence. When you work with us, you benefit from:
Specialist solicitors with extensive commercial contract expertise Clear, practical advice tailored to your business goals Transparent costs and flexible fee options Local offices across Wiltshire with national reach 
Commercial contracts we advise on
Whether you need help negotiating new terms, reviewing existing agreements, or resolving issues with suppliers or customers, Goughs’ commercial contract solicitors will deliver contracts that are clear, enforceable, and aligned with your business goals.
Supply of Goods and Services Agreements
Keep your business protected when buying or supplying goods and services. We draft clear terms that cover delivery, payment, liability, and quality.
Commercial contracts we advise on
If you are appointing agents or distributors, we can help you manage risks and comply with relevant regulations while protecting your commercial interests.
Franchise Agreements
We advise both franchisors and franchisees, making sure agreements are fair, enforceable, and support the long-term success of the franchise relationship.
Joint Ventures and Partnership Agreements
Collaborations can be valuable but complex. We prepare agreements that set out each party’s rights, obligations, and exit strategies to prevent disputes.
Terms and Conditions of Business
Your standard terms should provide clarity and protection in all trading arrangements. We can review and update these so they are legally robust and commercially fair.
Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreements
Protect sensitive information with carefully drafted NDAs that give you confidence when sharing business ideas or trade secrets.
IT and Software Contracts
Technology agreements are often complex. Goughs’ advise on software licensing, IT services, and cloud-based contracts to protect your business in a fast-moving sector.
Manufacturing and Outsourcing Agreements
When outsourcing production or services, clear agreements offer quality, consistency, and protection against risks such as delays or supply chain issues.
Speak to a solicitor
Whether you’re buying or selling a business, negotiating a new agreement, or reviewing an existing one, our commercial contract solicitors are here to help. We provide clear, practical legal advice on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts to protect your interests and support your business goals. Call, email, or visit one of our seven offices.
Call us
With seven offices around the South West of England, we have multiple offices you can call.
Email us
If you would like to drop us an email you can on info@goughs.co.uk
Visit us
With offices in Calne, Chippenham, Corsham, Devizes, Melksham and Trowbridge, you can pop in and see us. View office locations.
Our clients rate us as excellent
D H
Professional, responsive and communicative at all times during the time they provided legal services to our business.
Paul Ealey
Gemma combines sound commercial judgement with a refreshing clarity and approach. An excellent commercial lawyer.
J B, Melksham
Very helpful, efficient friendly staff. My business matter was dealt with very well. I would be happy to recommend Goughs Solicitors.
Legal 500
The commercial property team is very responsive and efficient. They are also very nice people to deal with!
T R, Chippenham
I have dealt with Goughs on a professional level for over 10 years. I have always found them to be a diligent and trustworthy company, always willing to help when I contact them. They are truly professional and hard working people. As a result of their ongoing professionalism and friendly manner, I always recommend them to my clients.