50
50 Years of Legal Experience
CPA since 1970
Lawyer Since 1973
30+ Years of Entrepreneurial Experience
Direct Attorney Access
Business Legal Counsel for Manufacturing Companies
Legal strategy should reflect the transaction, the commercial relationship and the owner's long-term goals.
Supplier and Procurement Agreements
Supply agreements should address specifications, forecasts, orders, pricing, delivery, inspection, rejection, shortages, warranties and remedies.
Manufacturers may also need protections involving tooling, moulds, customer property, confidential information and continuity of supply.
Customer, Distribution and Sales Agreements
Customer and distribution relationships require clear terms for pricing, territory, exclusivity, order acceptance, delivery, returns, warranties, product changes and termination.
Arthur helps manufacturers align these contracts with the company’s actual production and sales practices.
- Customer terms and master supply agreements
- Distributor and dealer agreements
- Sales representative and commission agreements
- Private-label and contract manufacturing agreements
- Warranty, limitation of liability and indemnification terms
- Forecasting, minimum purchase and inventory provisions
Technology, Licensing and Intellectual Property
Manufacturers may rely on proprietary designs, processes, software, formulas, tooling and customer information.
Arthur helps address ownership, licensing, confidentiality, work-made-for-hire, technology access and restrictions on use.
Business Governance and Ownership
Closely held manufacturers often combine family, management and ownership relationships. Operating agreements, bylaws, shareholder agreements and buy-sell provisions should define authority, voting and transfer rules.
Arthur can also serve as outside general counsel for recurring contract and governance needs.
Acquisitions, Sales and Expansion
Growth may involve buying a product line, acquiring another manufacturer, adding a facility, entering a new state or preparing for a sale.
Arthur assists with legal due diligence, transaction documents, entity changes and coordination with accounting and financial advisers.
Succession and Continuity
Manufacturing succession may depend on specialized knowledge, key customer relationships, equipment financing and the ability of the next owner or management team to operate the business.
Early planning can help align ownership transfer, management development, valuation and funding.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Arthur draft supplier and distribution agreements?
Yes. These are business contracts that can be tailored to the product, ordering process, territory, pricing and risk allocation.
Can he help protect manufacturing designs and processes?
Yes. He can address confidentiality, ownership, licensing and work-made-for-hire provisions. Patent matters may require separate patent counsel.
Does Arthur work with family-owned manufacturers?
Yes. Privately owned and family businesses are a core part of the firm’s focus.
Can he help buy or sell a manufacturing company?
Yes. He can assist with transaction structure, due diligence, purchase agreements, intellectual property, and adviser coordination.
Can Arthur serve as ongoing counsel?
Yes. Manufacturers with recurring contracts and governance needs may discuss an outside general counsel engagement.
Protect the Agreements and Ownership Behind Your Operations
Manufacturing contracts should support production, delivery, and long-term customer relationships.
Contact Arthur to discuss your company’s agreements, ownership structure, or next transaction.
