IT contract law attorney
IT contract law
IT contracts supporting software projects.
We draft, review and negotiate IT contracts that are clear in scope, fair in terms of risk and robust in terms of implementation.
Challenges
Common pitfalls in IT contract law
- Scope of services & Change requests
Manage requirements and changes to ensure that time, budget and quality remain predictable. - Product liability for software
Clearly define responsibilities, limitations and exemptions. - Warranty & SLA
Distribute risks, response times and remedies transparently. - Rights to results & licences
Clearly define IP transfer, rights of use and licence models. - Agile models & remuneration
Map roles, artefacts and remuneration (e.g. Scrum/sprints) in a legally compliant manner.
Relevance
Who we help and why
We translate requirements into robust IT contracts – clearly worded, negotiable and practical – for CTOs, in-house lawyers and software providers, from SaaS start-ups to medium-sized companies.
CTO
We design Scrum contracts that include clear artefacts, change processes and remuneration.
CTO
Our project is agile and the scope is changing, but the contracts are rigid.
In-house lawyers
We have a good understanding of your software and can create suitable sample packages.
In-house lawyers
Our contract templates are outdated and no longer accurately represent the product.
SaaS companies
We step in. We draw up contracts, SLAs and licensing models.
SaaS companies
We have the software and the customers. What we need now are the contracts.
Medium-sized company
We help you develop adaptable building blocks and patterns.
Medium-sized company
We now want to scale up our software product, but our contracts are too bespoke.
How we advise you
Clarity instead of risk: IT contracts that fit
Our consulting services in IT contract law:
- SaaS contract: service description, service level agreement, liability and order processing contract (DPA)
- Software licence agreement: terms of use, licence rights and enforcement/defence in the event of licence violations
- Software development agreement: scope, milestones/deadlines, requirements catalogue and consequences in the event of defects/delays
- Agile software development (e.g. Scrum): services, methods, roles, remuneration and liability
- Copyright in software development: IP regulations and enforcement/defence in the event of infringements
- Software licence agreement: rights and obligations, support, updates and liability for defects
- Product liability for software: contractual guidelines and claims management
- Terms and conditions for software and services: drafting and optimisation for legally compliant agreements
- ERP software: contract drafting and implementation support
- Contract drafting for IoT and disputes over software projects: contracts for networked devices and support in the event of delays, defects and premature termination
Your result
Clear measures, secure contracts & tangible solutions
Your contracts reflect the project
We translate your requirements into clear service descriptions, including deadlines and approval processes.
You negotiate on equal terms
We provide lines of argument and alternative clauses, and support you throughout the process.
The distribution of risks and obligations is clear
We have clear regulations regarding liability, warranty, SLAs and remedies.
IP and licences are clarified
We determine the transfer of rights, the scope of use, and the licence models.
Changes remain manageable
We establish a functioning change process that has an impact on time and budget.
Conflicts are resolved quickly
We organise evidence, negotiate settlements and enforce claims.
Free initial consultation
Legally compliant IT contracts in just 30 minutes
Tell us what you need and we will clearly explain what is possible.
Lawyer, Senior Associate | Berlin
Intro
Our motto: secure, radical, digital
SRD is the boutique law firm for digital projects, supporting you from kick-off to go-live. We combine technical innovation with compliance. We create radically clear legal scope for this.
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There's no need to wait for the legal team – we provide clarity at the pace of your project.