Document background
The Consortium Agreement Between Companies is a crucial legal instrument used when multiple organizations need to formally collaborate on significant projects or ventures under Swiss jurisdiction. This document type is particularly relevant when companies combine their resources, expertise, and capabilities for large-scale projects, research initiatives, or complex business opportunities that exceed the capacity of a single organization. The agreement, governed by Swiss law (particularly the Swiss Code of Obligations), provides a comprehensive framework for managing joint operations, defining decision-making processes, allocating risks and rewards, and protecting each party's interests. It addresses key aspects such as intellectual property rights, confidentiality, liability allocation, and dispute resolution mechanisms, while ensuring compliance with Swiss competition law and other relevant regulations. This document type is especially important in industries where project complexity necessitates formal partnership structures while maintaining each company's legal independence.
