General Terms and Conditions for DUOBOX LEGAL AB
1. BACKGROUND
1.1 These terms apply to all legal advisory services provided by DuoBox Legal KB (”DuoBox Legal”). By engaging our services, you agree to these terms.
1.2 Our legal advisors adhere to applicable professional and ethical guidelines.
1.3 Each assignment is managed by a designated legal advisor who may involve other professionals as needed.
1.4 Your agreement is with DuoBox Legal, not individual employees or partners. No partner or employee has personal liability for the services provided, except as required by law.
1.5 We only provide legal advice under Swedish law and do not offer financial or commercial advice.
1.6 Our advice is case-specific and should not be used for other matters.
2. IDENTIFICATION AND PERSONAL DATA
2.1 We may request identification documents and verify information from external sources.
2.2 By engaging us, you consent to our processing of your personal data.
2.3 We are legally obligated to report suspected money laundering or terrorist financing.
2.4 We are not liable for any damages caused by compliance with these legal obligations.
3. POWERS
3.1 Unless otherwise agreed, we may take necessary measures to complete assignments, including engaging third parties.
4. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
4.1 Work results remain our intellectual property, but you may use them for the agreed purpose.
5. CONFIDENTIALITY AND DISCLOSURE
5.1 We protect client information but may disclose it when legally required or necessary for the assignment.
5.2 In multi-client cases, relevant information may be shared among involved parties.
5.3 We may disclose client participation in public cases for marketing purposes.
6. FEES AND EXPENSES
6.1 Fees are based on time spent, complexity, expertise required, risks, and achieved results.
6.2 Additional costs may include external advisors, registration fees, travel, and other necessary expenses.
6.3 VAT is applied where required by law.
7. INVOICING AND PAYMENT
7.1 We typically invoice monthly, either on account or final.
7.2 We may request advance payment.
7.3 Payment is due within 10 days; late payments incur interest.
7.4 You are responsible for legal costs regardless of case outcomes.
7.5 If covered by legal expenses insurance, you must pay any excess not reimbursed.
8. COMMUNICATION AND IT SERVICES
8.1 We communicate with clients, courts and others via email, phone, and online meetings. We are not liable for security risks in electronic communication.
8.2 Important emails should be confirmed by phone or other means.
9. LIABILITY AND LIMITATION
9.1 Our liability is capped at SEK 10 million per assignment (or SEK 5 million if the fee is below SEK 1 million), to the extent permitted by law.
9.2 We are not liable for indirect damages, such as lost profits.
9.3 We are not responsible for third-party advisors or their work.
9.4 We are not liable for damages from external factors beyond our control.
10. COMPLAINTS AND CLAIMS
10.1 Dissatisfied clients should first contact the responsible legal advisor as soon as possible.
10.2 Claims must be submitted within 180 days of the final invoice.
10.3 No claims can be filed more than 10 years after advice was given.
11. TERMINATION
11.1 You may terminate our services at any time but must pay for completed work.
11.2 We may withdraw due to conflicts of interest, non-payment, or legal obligations.
12. ARCHIVING
12.1 Documents related to assignments are archived as required by law.
12.2 Original documents are returned upon case completion, but we may keep copies.
13. CHANGES AND GOVERNING LAW
13.1 These terms apply except where they conflict with mandatory (imperative) law.
13.2 These terms may be updated; the latest version is available on our website.
13.3 Swedish law applies, and disputes are settled in general court.