Terms

Conditions governing access to and use of this website, including the informational nature of its content and the absence of any advisory relationship.

1. Introduction

These Terms (‘the Terms’) govern access to and use of this website, operated by Lex et Ratio Ltd (‘the Company’). By accessing this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you should discontinue use immediately.

This website is intended for professional and informational purposes and is directed primarily toward institutional, legal, regulatory, and corporate audiences.

2. About the Company

Lex et Ratio Ltd is a company registered in England and Wales (Company No. 16641457). References to ‘we’, ‘us’, or ‘our’ are to the Company. Enquiries may be directed to peter.kahl@juris.vc.

3. Informational Purpose Only

The content of this website is provided for general informational purposes. It does not constitute legal advice, regulatory advice, fiduciary advice, or any other form of professional advice.

No reliance should be placed on the material published on this website when making legal, commercial, governance, or operational decisions. Appropriate professional advice should always be obtained in relation to specific circumstances.

Nothing on this website creates:

  • a client relationship
  • a fiduciary relationship
  • a duty of care
  • or any advisory engagement

An advisory relationship arises only where expressly agreed in writing.

4. No Offer

Material published on this website does not constitute an offer to provide services, nor an invitation to treat. Any engagement is subject to formal agreement, including scope and terms.

The Company reserves absolute discretion in deciding whether to accept an engagement.

5. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, all content on this website — including text, structure, design, and underlying materials — is owned by or licensed to the Company and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

You may:

  • view pages for personal or internal professional use
  • download temporary copies for technical purposes (eg caching)

You may not, without prior written permission:

  • reproduce substantial portions of the site
  • distribute materials commercially
  • modify or create derivative works
  • present content as your own

Requests for permission should be directed to peter.kahl@juris.vc.

6. Acceptable Use

You agree not to use this website:

  • in any way that breaches applicable law or regulation
  • to attempt unauthorised access to systems or infrastructure
  • to interfere with site security or availability
  • to introduce malicious code
  • to harvest data or conduct automated scraping without permission

We reserve the right to restrict or block access where misuse is suspected.

7. Accuracy of Information

While reasonable care is taken in preparing website content, the Company makes no representation or warranty, express or implied, as to accuracy, completeness, or currency.

Content may be updated, revised, or withdrawn without notice.

8. External Links

This website may contain links to third-party resources. Such links are provided for convenience only.

The Company has no control over external sites and accepts no responsibility for their content, security, or practices.

A link does not imply endorsement.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Company disclaims all liability arising from reliance on website content or from use of the website.

The Company shall not be liable for:

  • indirect or consequential loss
  • loss of profit
  • loss of opportunity
  • business interruption
  • reputational damage
  • data loss

Nothing in these Terms excludes liability that cannot lawfully be excluded under the laws of England and Wales.

10. Availability

The website is provided on an ‘as is’ and ‘as available’ basis. Continuous or uninterrupted availability is not guaranteed.

We may suspend, withdraw, or modify the website without notice where operational, security, or legal considerations require.

11. Security

Reasonable technical measures are implemented to support the security of this website. However, no internet transmission can be guaranteed secure.

Users are responsible for ensuring that their own systems are appropriately protected.

12. Privacy

The handling of personal data is explained in the Privacy Notice, which forms part of the governance framework of this website.

13. Changes to These Terms

These Terms may be amended from time to time. The current version will always be published on this page.

Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any revised Terms.

14. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales.

Any dispute arising in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

15. Contact

Enquiries concerning these Terms may be directed to:

Peter Kahl
Lex et Ratio Ltd
Email: peter.kahl@juris.vc