Mandate Contracts

In the context of the harmonization of European contract law, this volume in the Principles of European Law series deals with mandate contracts, i.e. contracts whereby an agent concludes a contract with a third party for the benefit of a principal. The principles of European law on mandate contracts not only mirror the provisions on these contracts in the Draft Common Frame of Reference (DCFR), but also contain a more comprehensive explanation of these provisions. Moreover, they provide details on the functioning of mandate contracts in the laws of the EU Member States. Thus, the principles are conducive to advance the process of Europeanization of private law. (Series: Principles of European Law)