Matt Margolis
Managing Partner
Commercial Transactions
We draft, review, and negotiate customer, vendor, and partnership agreements. These include master services agreements (MSAs), statements of work (SOWs), software as a service (SaaS) terms, and nondisclosure agreements (NDAs).
For live deals, we identify contractual risks and help the team evaluate negotiating options. For recurring agreements, we develop templates, playbooks, and approval processes so similar issues are handled consistently.
Our work includes
- MSAs and statements of work
- SaaS and subscription agreements
- Vendor and procurement contracts
- NDAs and confidentiality agreements
- Partnership and referral agreements
- Negotiation playbooks and templates
Who we work with
Growing companies and founders
Businesses with increasing contract volume or more complex agreements that need additional legal support.
In-house teams that need capacity
General counsel and legal operations leaders who need experienced support on commercial contracts during high-volume periods, special projects, or complex negotiations.
Companies negotiating with larger counterparties
Businesses reviewing agreements proposed by enterprise customers, large vendors, or platform partners.
Teams building a contracting process
Companies developing templates, playbooks, escalation paths, and consistent negotiating positions for recurring agreements.
Commercial contracts in detail
We work on the agreements used to sell services, provide software, purchase from vendors, and establish commercial partnerships. The terms should reflect how the business operates and where it is taking on obligations.
Master services agreements and statements of work
Master services agreements (MSAs), statements of work (SOWs), and order forms for service providers and customers. We review scope, payment, intellectual property, liability, and termination terms in light of the proposed services.
Software subscriptions and platform terms
Software as a service (SaaS) subscription terms, online terms of service, and enterprise software agreements. We review access rights, data use, service commitments, security terms, renewals, and termination.
Vendor and procurement agreements
Vendor and supplier agreements, including contracts prepared by the other party. We review liability limits, indemnities, data handling, and renewal terms alongside the proposed services.
Nondisclosure and confidentiality agreements
Nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) for diligence, partnerships, hiring, and customer discussions. We review what information is covered, permitted use and disclosure, duration, and other obligations.
Partnership and referral agreements
Channel, reseller, referral, co-marketing, and strategic partnership agreements. We advise on payment arrangements, responsibilities, exclusivity, and termination.
Templates, playbooks, and process
Templates and negotiation playbooks for recurring contracts. We document preferred terms, fallback positions, approval thresholds, and issues that should be referred for legal review.
Negotiation support on live deals
Support for agreements already under negotiation. We help sales, finance, and leadership assess proposed terms, identify unresolved risks, and decide which changes to pursue.
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Common questions
How is commercial contracting different from M&A?
Commercial contracting covers customer, vendor, and partnership agreements used in the course of business. Mergers and acquisitions work addresses the purchase or sale of a company or its assets. A transaction may involve both types of agreements.
Can you join a negotiation that is already underway?
Yes. We can review an agreement and its negotiation history, identify unresolved issues, and help assess proposed changes against the business's objectives.
Can you help us build a repeatable contracting process?
Yes. We develop contract templates, playbooks, fallback positions, and approval thresholds so teams can handle recurring agreements more consistently.
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