We support contractual relationships, sales, and interactions with customers and suppliers. We ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and help you manage legal risks effectively in your day-to-day operations.
Matters we handle:
- structuring and supporting contractual relationships with suppliers, distributors and partners
- drafting public offers and terms of sale
- ensuring compliance with consumer protection legislation
- legal support of e-commerce transactions and marketplace operations
- legal review of advertising materials and marketing campaigns
- support of personal data processing and implementation of relevant privacy policies
- preparation for inspections and support of interactions with regulatory authorities
- representation of interests in disputes with customers, counterparties and regulators
Key services
- Contracts and terms of sale
- E-commerce and online platforms
- Consumer protection
- Advertising and marketing
- Inspection support
Related practices
- Commercial disputes
- Intellectual property
- Tax law, customs law and administrative disputes
- Compliance and risk management
Legal Support for Retail and E-Commerce — Protecting and Scaling Your Business
The retail and e-commerce sector is developing rapidly, and at the same time creating new legal challenges for businesses. From properly structuring online sales to building effective contractual relationships with partners — every stage calls for a professional approach. This is precisely why a lawyer for the retail and FMCG sector plays a key role in ensuring the stability and security of business processes.
Today's companies operate in a heavily regulated environment, where consumer protection, payment processing requirements, the structuring of contractual relationships, and the proper labelling of goods are all critical issues. Particular attention should be given to the distribution agreement — an instrument that defines the rules of engagement with partners and directly affects the ability to scale the business. Comprehensive legal support not only minimises risks, but also creates an effective legal framework for the development of retail and e-commerce operations.
Legal Services for the Retail and FMCG Sectors
A specialist consumer protection lawyer for business provides comprehensive legal support to companies operating in retail and e-commerce.
Key areas:
- structuring of retail and e-commerce business models
- review of contractual relationships with partners
- support of interactions with regulatory authorities
- advice on the use of payment service providers
- legal support in the area of consumer protection
Legal Structuring of Online Stores and Marketplaces
Properly setting up an online business is the foundation for its stable operation and ability to scale.
The service includes:
- full legal support of e-commerce business
- development of user rules and policies
- regulation of return procedures
- building the legal framework for marketplace operations
Support of Agreements with Suppliers, Distributors and Logistics Companies
A solid contractual base is a key element of business stability.
Services include:
- legal support of the online store in matters of contracts
- drafting and review of supply agreements
- structuring relationships with logistics operators
- regulation of intellectual property matters
Protecting the Interests of Retail Chains in Relations with Landlords (Shopping Centres)
Lease relations in shopping centres have a significant impact on business.
The following services are provided in this area:
- negotiations with landlords
- review and agreement of lease terms
- drafting of public offers for the website
- minimisation of the risks of early termination
Compliance in Consumer Protection and Product Labelling
Compliance with consumer protection legislation is a mandatory condition for doing business.
Services include:
- implementation of compliance policies
- drafting of distribution agreements
- audit of product labelling
- ensuring consumer protection standards
Support of Inspections by the State Consumer Protection Service and Defence in Product Quality Disputes
Inspections by regulatory authorities require proper preparation.
The lawyer provides:
- support during inspections
- preparation of responses to enquiries
- defence in disputes over product quality
- representation in court
Advertising and Marketing: Legal Audit of Promotions, Prize Draws and Loyalty Programmes
Marketing activities must comply with legal requirements.
Key areas:
- audit of advertising campaigns
- review of promotion and prize draw terms
- preparation of participation rules
- support of trademark registration
Why FMCG and E-Commerce Market Leaders Choose Shkrebets & Partners Law Firm
A comprehensive legal approach allows businesses not only to defend themselves, but also to grow effectively.
Benefits of working with us:
- in-depth understanding of the retail and e-commerce market
- hands-on experience supporting complex projects
- systematic approach to risk management
- focus on business scalability
Services are provided in Kharkiv and Kyiv.
