Distribution agreements
Distribution agreements and disputes
I advise suppliers and distributors on distribution agreements and disputes where English law applies, including arrangements involving overseas parties.
I can help a supplier or distributor considering a new arrangement, reviewing an existing agreement or dealing with a disagreement. The advice is directed to the relationship, the commercial objectives and the terms that need attention.
Discuss a distribution agreement or dispute
Creating or reviewing an agreement
Work may involve drafting, reviewing and negotiating the arrangement. Matters to discuss include the products and territory, exclusivity, each party's responsibilities, payment, performance and how the relationship may be brought to an end.
A new agreement and a proposed change to an existing one can raise different commercial questions. I will establish what advice is needed and agree the scope with you.
When a disagreement arises
I advise on contractual positions and options for negotiation or other dispute resolution. Issues may concern performance, payments, the parties' responsibilities or ending the relationship.
I offer advice to parties in arbitration or mediation and also accept separate neutral appointments. I do not offer court litigation. The appropriate role and any conflicts must be considered before an engagement is agreed.
Party advice in arbitration or mediation · Neutral mediator appointments
English law and international arrangements
Overseas parties are welcome to enquire where English law applies to the agreement or dispute. The governing-law and dispute-resolution terms help establish the scope. Advice on another country's law is outside this English-law offer.
Your initial enquiry
Briefly explain whether you are the supplier or distributor, whether there is an agreement already, and the broad issue you want help with. Mention any relevant timing without sending confidential documents or detailed legal information through the form.
Submitting an enquiry does not engage me or protect a deadline. I will consider suitability, conflicts, scope and terms before confirming whether I can act. For time-sensitive matters, phone me to check availability rather than relying on a web submission.
About your adviser
I am Robert Jonathan Pitman, an SRA-regulated freelance solicitor. I was called to the Bar in 1973 and admitted as a solicitor in 1987.