- May 9, 2026
- Posted by: АРОУ
- Category: Publications
Drafting Commercial Contracts with Force Majeure Provisions According to the Practice of the Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Force majeure circumstances may significantly affect the performance of commercial obligations, international contracts, and overall business activity. Therefore, proper inclusion of force majeure clauses in contracts is an important element of protecting company interests. The practice of the Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and Industry plays a key role in confirming force majeure circumstances and resolving commercial disputes.
AROU Law Association provides professional attorney services for drafting commercial contracts with force majeure provisions according to the practice of the Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, international commercial law, and requirements of foreign economic activity.
Why It Is Important to Properly Draft Force Majeure Clauses
Mistakes or absence of force majeure provisions may lead to serious financial losses and complex litigation.
Legal assistance from attorneys is necessary for:
- protection of businesses from unforeseen circumstances;
- minimization of risks related to breach of obligations;
- regulation of notification procedures between parties;
- determination of consequences of force majeure;
- protection of business interests in international trade;
- preparation of foreign economic contracts;
- minimization of litigation risks.
AROU attorneys draft contracts considering current court practice and mechanisms for confirmation of force majeure through the Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
Legal Assistance in Drafting Commercial Contracts
AROU lawyers provide:
- drafting of commercial contracts;
- preparation of foreign economic agreements;
- inclusion of force majeure provisions;
- analysis of international commercial risks;
- drafting arbitration clauses;
- legal analysis of Incoterms;
- adaptation of contracts to international law;
- legal support during negotiations.
A comprehensive approach helps reduce risks of commercial conflicts and litigation.
Practice of the Chamber of Commerce in Confirming Force Majeure Circumstances
The Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and Industry is the authorized body responsible for confirmation of force majeure circumstances.
AROU attorneys consider during contract preparation:
- Chamber practice regarding issuance of force majeure certificates;
- requirements of the Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce;
- court practice in commercial disputes;
- international trade practices;
- specifics of foreign economic activity;
- mechanisms for confirmation of impossibility to perform obligations.
Proper legal drafting of force majeure clauses helps effectively protect business interests.
Preparation of Foreign Economic Contracts Considering Force Majeure
In international trade, force majeure circumstances are especially important because of complex logistics, currency risks, and the influence of international events.
AROU provides support in drafting:
- export contracts;
- import agreements;
- international commercial agreements;
- supply contracts;
- long-term commercial contracts;
- international cooperation agreements.
Professional legal support helps minimize business risks during international activities.
Force Majeure and Business Protection in Commercial Disputes
Properly drafted force majeure clauses significantly strengthen business positions in disputes.
AROU lawyers assist clients in:
- preparing contracts for business protection;
- developing notification mechanisms between parties;
- determining consequences of force majeure;
- preparing documents for the Chamber of Commerce;
- supporting disputes related to commercial agreements;
- protecting business interests in court and arbitration.
Professional legal support helps significantly reduce financial and reputational risks for businesses.
Why Clients Choose AROU
Clients choose AROU because of:
- practical experience supporting international businesses;
- deep understanding of international trade and foreign economic activity;
- effective preparation of commercial contracts;
- experience interacting with the Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and Industry;
- comprehensive legal support for businesses;
- individual approach to every project.
The AROU team provides legal assistance to Ukrainian and international businesses in Kyiv and throughout Ukraine.

