Supply Chain
Multidisciplinary Team Helps Create, Strengthen, and Protect Every Link of your Supply Chain
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Stay ahead of disruptions, innovations, and important developments in supply chain.
Now an AmLaw 50 firm, Foley was born in the rust belt 180 years ago. This manufacturing-centric origin story means that our work has been focused on supply chain since the very beginning.
Our approach is what makes us different:
- Your business is our business. We make it our job to understand your business – its people, its risk profile, and its priorities.
- We are practical. We know that nothing is risk-free. We will work with you to find commercially reasonable risk levels in your transactions.
- We will make your life easier. You are busy; we will take it off your plate. We can interface with your business or be in the background – it is up to you.
What Can We Help You With?
Navigating the complexities of supply chain law requires more than just legal knowledge – it demands industry insight, strategic thinking, and practical solutions. Whether you’re facing a contract dispute, regulatory challenge, or need guidance on structuring a global supply agreement, we’re here to help. Explore the key areas where our Supply Chain attorneys can support and protect your business.
Commercial Contracts
All commercial contracts both domestic and cross-border including:
Supply Agreements/Sale of Goods Agreements
- Manufacturing, distribution, and reseller arrangements, both domestic and cross-border
- Direct and indirect procurement
- Exclusive arrangements, including requirements contracts (sole source) and output contracts
- Raw materials and component sales
- Equipment sales
- E-commerce
- Standard Terms and Conditions of Purchase
- Standard Terms and Conditions of Sale
- Private label and white label agreements
- Contract manufacturing agreements
- Tolling agreements
- Joint ventures
- Warranties
Construction, Development, and Operations Agreements
- Distribution centers
- Warehouses
- Office buildings
- Retail
Logistics Agreements
- Warehousing and 3PL agreements
- Carrier, transportation, and broker agreements
Agency, Services, and Marketing Agreements
- Marketing, advertising, sponsorship, promotion, and co-branding arrangements
- Independent sales rep agreements, sales agent agreements, broker agreements
- Finder’s fee agreements and referral agreements
- Professional services contracts
- Consulting services agreement
IP/Technology Agreements
- Outsourcing and in-sourcing
- Patent license agreements
- Trademark license agreements
- Intellectual property developments
- Joint development and collaboration agreements
- R&D agreements
- Software license agreements
- Engineering agreements
- Confidentiality agreements/NDAs
- “As a Service” agreements
Templates and Trainings
- Template creation or overhaul
- Playbook developments
- Commercial contracts bootcamp
- Trainings for sales, procurement, and legal teams
- Battle of the Forms
- Force majeure issues
Leases
- Warehouse leases
- Equipment leases
- Finance/capital leases
International Trade
- CFIUS
- Tariffs
- Customs
- Sanctions
- FCPA
- Export controls
Dealer Litigation and Termination Issues
Franchise Set Up and Maintenance
Intellectual Property Protection
Advertising
Antitrust
- Minimum Advertising Price (MAP) policies
- Non-competes
- Non-solicits
- Robinson-Patman
- Joint venture issues
Government Contracting
- Federal (FARS, DFARs)
- State
ESG Compliance and Counseling
- Child labor laws
- Conflict minerals
- Forced labor
Supply Chain Integrity
- Supply chain audits and mapping
Consumer Products
Breach of Contract and Class Action Litigation
Recall
Mexico IMMEX Counseling
What Industries Do We Work In?
Our attorneys bring deep industry experience and legal insight across sectors and industries including manufacturing, transportation, consumer products, life sciences, energy, and many more.
- Manufacturing
- Automotive/Trucks
- Engines
- Defense Equipment
- Chemicals
- Paper and Paperboard
- Plastics and Resin
- Food Packaging
- Restaurants and Foodservice
- Food Manufacturing, Distribution, and Retail
- Consumer Products
- Fashion
- Beauty
- Wellness
- Power and Renewables
- Health Care and Life Sciences
- Oil & Gas
- Cannabis
- Sports
- Hospitality and Leisure
- Infrastructure
Client & Market Recognition
Our reputation is built on results. From long-standing client relationships to accolades from industry peers, we’re proud to be trusted for our deep knowledge of supply chain law and for our unwavering commitment to client success.
Client Testimonials
“I appreciate and enjoy working with Kate and her team as they are proactive, efficient, and pragmatic in their approach to legal issues. I trust in their work product and advice regarding our supply chain.”
– Associate General Counsel at a top privately held food service distribution company
“Foley’s partners are consistently available on very short notice to address whatever concerns arise.”
– Manufacturing client
Awards
Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business
- Chris Grigorian, Transportation: Road (Automotive) – USA – Nationwide (2013-2025)
- Vanessa Miller, Transportation: Road (Automotive) – USA – Nationwide (2024- 2025)
Foley & Lardner LLP is the National Association of Manufacturers’ go-to firm for Supply Chain
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Staying ahead in today’s supply chain landscape means understanding the legal risks, regulations, and trends that impact your business. Our attorneys offer practical insights, legal updates, and thought leadership to help you make informed decisions.
