Terms and conditions 2025:1
Performance of the engagement
These terms apply to all engagements undertaken by ANNOT Advokatbyrå AB, company registration number 556376-1492 (“ANNOT”), on behalf of a client, unless otherwise agreed or required by mandatory law or the Swedish Bar Association’s professional conduct rules.
Confidentiality
ANNOT is bound by confidentiality in respect of information entrusted to us in an engagement that is not generally known. Exceptions apply where the client has consented or where there is a legal obligation to disclose information. Exceptions may also apply in a dispute concerning the engagement or ANNOT’s claim for payment.
Fees and payment
The client is charged a reasonable fee plus VAT. The fee is based on what has been agreed, the nature and scope of the engagement, the time spent, urgency, complexity and the Swedish Bar Association’s professional conduct rules. Disbursements and other costs are charged in addition to the fee, including costs for external investigations and evidence and fees payable to courts and public authorities.
If a matter is determined by a court and the client is not awarded the full amount claimed for legal costs, ANNOT is entitled to invoice the client for the remaining amount.
If the client is granted legal expenses insurance, the client must reimburse ANNOT for fees and costs not covered by the insurance.
Invoices are normally issued at the end of each month and are payable within ten days of the invoice date. Default interest is charged in accordance with the Swedish Interest Act. A reminder fee of SEK 60 is charged where a payment reminder is issued. Payment may also be required in advance or on account.
Legal expenses insurance
A client with legal expenses insurance should inform ANNOT when the engagement begins and assist with submitting the claim to the relevant insurance company.
Professional indemnity insurance
ANNOT maintains professional indemnity insurance customary for Swedish legal practice.
Prevention of money laundering and terrorist financing
In certain circumstances, ANNOT is required to take measures to prevent money laundering and terrorist financing. These measures may include verifying the client’s identity and ownership structure and requesting information about the purpose and nature of the engagement.
If ANNOT suspects money laundering or terrorist financing, a reporting obligation may arise. ANNOT may then be prohibited from informing the client that a report has been made.
Personal data
ANNOT processes personal data in accordance with applicable data protection legislation. Further information is available in ANNOT’s privacy policy.
Intellectual property rights
Copyright and other intellectual property rights in work products created by ANNOT belong to ANNOT. The client may use such work products for the purposes of the engagement.
Liability
ANNOT’s liability for loss suffered by the client as a result of error or negligence in performing the engagement is limited to SEK 50 million, unless otherwise required by mandatory law or the Swedish Bar Association’s professional conduct rules.
ANNOT is not liable for loss resulting from the client using work products or advice for any purpose or in any context other than that for which they were provided.
Complaints
If the client is dissatisfied with ANNOT’s work, the client should notify the attorney responsible for the engagement as soon as possible. A complaint must be made within a reasonable time after the client became, or should have become, aware of the circumstances on which the complaint is based.
Governing law and disputes
Swedish law applies to the engagement and these terms and conditions.
Any dispute arising from the engagement shall be finally settled by arbitration administered by the SCC Arbitration Institute. However, ANNOT is entitled to bring proceedings before a court of competent jurisdiction in respect of an overdue payment.
Consumer Disputes Board
A client who is a consumer may refer a dispute to the Swedish Bar Association’s Consumer Disputes Board. Further information is available from the Consumer Disputes Board.