Document overseen by a lawyer
Service agreement in Luxembourg
The firm drafts your service agreement: scope, price, deadlines, liability, confidentiality and intellectual property, with no grey areas.
A service agreement is essential for service providers and their clients alike: it defines who does what, at what price and with what guarantees.
Cerno is a law firm admitted to the Luxembourg Bar; its digital tools only simplify information gathering, qualification of the matter and tracking of requests, never replacing the lawyer’s advice. The firm secures the key clauses to avoid disputes over scope and payment.
Your need
You are providing or commissioning a service and want a clear framework.
Uncertainty over scope and payment is the leading cause of disputes.
The risk
An ever-expanding scope that is never invoiced, delays with no penalty, ownership of the deliverables contested.
Unlimited liability on the provider’s side.
How we help
Drafting of a balanced agreement: scope, milestones, price, IP, confidentiality, termination.
Adapted to whether you are the provider or the client.
Practice areas
When to call on the firm
- Frame a consultancy or services engagement.
- Secure an IT or creative contract (ownership of deliverables).
- Define milestones and payment terms.
- Protect confidentiality and know-how.
Method
Our engagement process
- 1
Information intake
You describe your need via a structured form or an initial call. Our digital tools serve only to organise this information and save time.
- 2
Lawyer qualification
Maître Maglo reviews your situation, identifies the legal issues and confirms the feasibility and exact scope of the engagement.
- 3
Transparent quote
You receive a clear fee proposal, a fixed fee or a range, before any engagement. Nothing is billed without your approval.
- 4
Legal work
The firm drafts, negotiates or litigates as required. Every deliverable is designed and approved by a lawyer admitted to the Luxembourg Bar.
- 5
Tracking and delivery
You follow your matter transparently and receive your finalised documents with the explanations you need.
Documents required
- • A description of your need and its context
- • Information on the parties involved
- • Any earlier documents or prior versions
Deliverables
- • A drafted service agreement
- • Suitable IP and confidentiality clauses
- • A note on points to watch
Indicative timing
Delivery within 3 to 5 business days, depending on complexity.
Fixed fee confirmed in advance
Depending on the complexity of the service and the intellectual property stakes.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Who owns the deliverables of a service engagement?
It depends on the contract. In the absence of a clear clause, disputes arise. The firm sets out precisely the assignment or licensing of the rights.
Can the provider’s liability be limited?
Yes, within certain legal limits. A well-drafted liability clause is essential on the provider’s side.
Is a confidentiality clause necessary?
It is strongly recommended as soon as sensitive information is exchanged.
Let’s talk about your matter
Describe your situation: you receive an initial analysis and a transparent quote, with no obligation. One dedicated lawyer, from start to finish.