### 1. Scope and Contracting Parties

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1.1. These General Terms and Conditions (GTC) apply to the use of the website [Website Name] and the services offered there by clients and lawyers. Contracting parties are [Company Name], [Address], [Contact Information] (“Provider”), the registered lawyers (“Lawyers”), and the clients (“Users”).

 

1.2. By using the website, clients and lawyers agree to these GTC. Deviating terms and conditions of clients or lawyers are only recognized if the provider has expressly agreed to them in writing.

 

1.3. These GTC govern the contractual relationship between the provider and the registered lawyers regarding the provision and use of the platform, the management of their profiles, and the use of further contractual services provided by the provider.

 

### 2. Membership and Service Description

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2.1. The use of the platform is based on a membership model:

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- **Client Membership**: Clients can register for free and use the platform to find, contact, and exchange documents with lawyers for their legal issues.

 

- **Lawyer Membership**: Lawyers can choose between two different membership models. These memberships offer various functions and services, such as positioning in search results or the ability to create additional advisory offers.

 

2.2. Detailed information on the individual membership models for lawyers, including their conditions and scope, is available on the dedicated subpage [Link to Membership Page].

 

2.3. The provider reserves the right to change, add to, or remove the offered membership models and their services. Changes affecting existing memberships will be communicated to the lawyer at least six weeks before they take effect. In such cases, the lawyer has the right to terminate the contract within four weeks of notification, effective at the time of the change.

 

2.4. The provider only provides the technical platform and is not responsible for the content provided by lawyers or clients on the platform.

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### 3. Contract Conclusion and Registration

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3.1. **Contract between Lawyer and Provider**: The contractual relationship between the provider and the lawyer is established by selecting one of the offered memberships, registering as a lawyer, and accepting these GTC. The contract for the provision of platform services is governed by the respective membership duration and the associated conditions.

 

3.2. By registering and using the platform, the lawyer declares that they comply with the GTC as well as the applicable professional and legal regulations. The provider reserves the right to review the lawyer's information before publication and to reject the registration or suspend the profile in the event of discrepancies.

 

3.3. **Contract between Client and Provider**: The contract between the client and the provider is established by the free registration and acceptance of these GTC. The use of certain functions, such as contacting a lawyer or exchanging documents, requires registration on the platform.

 

3.4. **Contract between Client and Lawyer**: The attorney-client relationship is established exclusively between the lawyer and the client. The provider merely provides the platform for mediation and is not a contracting party to these agreements.

 

### 4. Rights and Obligations of Clients

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4.1. Clients are required to provide truthful and complete information when using the platform, particularly when describing the legal issue.

 

4.2. Clients may not use the platform for unlawful purposes or upload content that violates applicable laws or the rights of third parties.

 

4.3. The exchange of documents, particularly confidential information, is at the client’s own risk. The provider assumes no liability for the security of transmitted data but recommends using secure communication methods offered on the platform.

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### 5. Rights and Obligations of Lawyers

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5.1. Lawyers agree to use the platform solely for providing their legal services and to maintain their profiles with truthful and current information.

 

5.2. Lawyers must ensure that they have the necessary qualifications and authorizations to provide the services offered and that these do not violate any legal provisions, particularly professional regulations.

 

5.3. The lawyer is solely responsible for advising clients and the content of communications. The provider assumes no liability for legal violations committed by the lawyer in the course of providing legal advice.

 

### 6. Use and Data Protection

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6.1. The use of the platform and the processing of personal data are carried out in accordance with the privacy policy, which is available on the website. Clients and lawyers agree to the collection, processing, and use of their data for the execution of platform services.

 

6.2. Clients and lawyers are required to keep their login details confidential and protect them from third-party access.

 

6.3. The provider ensures the confidentiality of the exchanged data but is not liable for unauthorized access by third parties that are beyond its control.

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### 7. Contractual Relationships and Liability

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7.1. The attorney-client relationship is established exclusively between the lawyer and the client. The provider is not responsible for the quality of legal advice or the execution of the mandate.

 

7.2. The provider is fully liable for intent and gross negligence. For simple negligence, the provider is only liable for the violation of essential contractual obligations, where liability is limited to the typical, foreseeable damage.

 

7.3. The provider assumes no liability for damages arising from the use of the platform or the transmission of data, unless such damages are due to intentional or grossly negligent behavior on the part of the provider.

 

### 8. Payment Terms and Fees

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8.1. For lawyers, the fees listed on the website apply. Fees are payable in advance on a monthly basis and become due upon invoicing.

 

8.2. Clients may use certain services on a fee basis. The corresponding fees are shown on the website before using the paid services.

 

8.3. In the event of default in payment, the provider is entitled to temporarily suspend access to the platform or terminate the contract without notice.

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### 9. Termination and Contract Duration

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9.1. The contract duration for platform use depends on the chosen membership:

 

- **Free Client Membership**: The client’s membership is unlimited and can be terminated at any time without notice.

 

- **Lawyer Membership**: The contract duration is [Period, e.g., 12 months]. The contract is automatically extended by the same period if it is not terminated at least [Notice Period, e.g., 1 month] before the end of the contract term.

 

9.2. The right to terminate the contract without notice for good cause remains unaffected. Good cause exists in particular if the use of the platform violates these GTC or legal regulations.

 

### 10. Amendments to the GTC

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10.1. The provider reserves the right to amend these GTC at any time with effect for the future. Amended GTC will be communicated to the customer at least six weeks before they take effect via email.

 

10.2. If the customer does not object to the amended GTC within six weeks of receipt of the notification, the changes are deemed accepted.

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### 11. Final Provisions

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11.1. Should any provision of these GTC be invalid, the validity of the remaining provisions shall remain unaffected. In place of the invalid provision, a provision that comes closest to the economic purpose of the invalid provision shall apply.

 

11.2. The place of performance and jurisdiction is the provider’s registered office, provided that the customer is a merchant, a legal entity under public law, or a special fund under public law.

 

11.3. The law of the Federal Republic of Germany applies, excluding the UN Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG).