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Contract review and commercial law in Czech Republic

Czech contracts and commercial documents are governed by Czech civil and commercial law.

In brief

Czech contracts are governed primarily by the Civil Code (občanský zákoník) and the Business Corporations Act (zákon o obchodních korporacích). PEERS Czechia reviews and drafts contracts in Czech and English, identifies unfair or problematic clauses, advises on Czech and EU consumer law compliance, and represents clients in contract disputes.

How we can assist

Contract drafting, review and negotiation in Czech and English
Commercial terms and conditions, risk allocation and liability clauses
Supplier, distribution and service agreements
Employment and freelance contracts
Residential and commercial lease agreements
Terms and conditions for e-commerce and online businesses
Privacy policies and GDPR compliance for Czech operations
Consumer law and digital commerce compliance
Joint venture and partnership agreements
Non-disclosure, non-compete and IP assignment clauses
Contract disputes and breach of contract claims

Typical situations we advise on

A foreign entrepreneur receives a Czech supplier contract and wants to understand the risks

A foreign company needs Czech-language terms and conditions for its Czech customers

A freelancer or contractor wants an English-language service agreement that is valid in Czechia

A business is entering a partnership or distribution arrangement with a Czech company

A client needs a privacy policy or data processing agreement for a Czech website or app

A contract dispute requires legal representation or negotiation

How it works

Contract review

We review the contract, identify problematic clauses, missing provisions and potential risks under Czech and EU law.

Advice and redline

We provide a written summary of key issues and prepare a marked-up version with recommended changes.

Negotiation support

We support negotiations with the counterparty's lawyers or representatives, explaining Czech law positions and proposing balanced solutions.

Finalisation

We assist with the finalised contract, coordinate any notarization or translation requirements, and advise on implementation.

Documents you may need

Helpful to have ready

Draft or existing contract (in Czech, English or both)
Details of the commercial relationship and key terms agreed
Details of the parties involved
Any prior correspondence or offers
Applicable timelines and deadlines

Frequently asked questions

Can PEERS review a Czech contract in English?

Yes. We review contracts written in Czech and explain the key terms, risks and your obligations in plain English. We identify clauses that may be problematic or contrary to Czech law and advise on how to negotiate changes.

What law governs Czech commercial contracts?

Czech commercial contracts are primarily governed by the Czech Civil Code (zákon č. 89/2012 Sb.) and, for corporate matters, by the Business Corporations Act. EU law (including consumer protection rules and GDPR) also applies to many commercial relationships. International contracts may include a choice of law and choice of jurisdiction clause.

Can I use English-language contracts in Czech Republic?

Yes, in principle. Contracts between businesses can be in English or any other language, provided both parties agree. Consumer contracts and certain regulated contracts may have specific language requirements. If a dispute arises in Czech courts, Czech translation may be required.

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