How To Draft A Contract Agreement: The Basics
Romy B. Jurado, Esq. ?
Attorney at Jurado & Associates, P.A., a Business, Immigration, Real Estate, Probate & Litigation Law Firm.
If an ambiguous language has been used in a contract that causes misinterpretation of the terms, then disputes can arise. That is why it is essential to know how to draft a contract agreement. In this article, we will give you the main steps to make it the most favorable, in addition to showing you what are the benefits of drafting it.
Because this is a legal document, you will need professional advice. Therefore, we also give you the reasons why you can trust us.
How to Draft a Contract Agreement: What is a Draft?
Knowing how to draft a contract is essential. This written agreement between two or more parties will be beneficial in many ways. It contains terms and elements that make it legally binding and enforceable in a court of law.
The components that must exist in a contract agreement are:
- An offer.
- Acceptance of the offer within the established period.
- Consideration, which is the key element that determines that both parties have agreed to exchange something of value.
- Determination of the contract’s terms and conditions.
What Are the Advantages of Drafting a Contract Agreement?
There are many types of contract agreements. Some of them include non-compete agreements, asset purchase agreements, and client service agreements. Although it is true that each of them has a different purpose, these contracts also have a lot in common. They share many benefits that make their existence fundamental.
Therefore, the advantages of drafting a contract agreement are:
- The business relationships and rights of the parties are made clear.
- The correct use of language will avoid misinterpretation or lack of understanding of the terms.
- It reduces the risk of disputes arising in the future.
- Business interests are protected.
- There is greater control of business relationships.
- Strategies to be followed to resolve problems between the parties are established.
- Having documentation makes it easier for lawyers to understand the type of relationship that has been established.
As you may have realized, there is much to gain and very little to lose. In that way, your business will always be governed by parameters that will allow clear communication between all parties.
How Can Our Lawyers Help You Draft a Contract Agreement?
Our attorneys have years of experience in the business sector. Therefore, there is no doubt that we have the capacity to help you. We can foresee and see how to solve problems that arise in a contractual relationship.
Here is a list of what we take care of to do so that all parties understand their responsibilities.
- Determine the standards that govern performance.
- Avoid the use of terms that can be lent to diverse interpretations.
- Make it clear what are the actions that can mean a breach of the contract.
- Issue a written notice of the breach of the contract.
- Define the detailed process for how the parties will resolve disputes.
- Explain specific cases of damages that can be recovered.
Trust us because we will do our best to assist you in the drafting and fulfillment of your contract. As you can see, our functions range from defining a contract with appropriate and clear terms for all parties to offering solutions to solve issues.
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Let us draft the perfect contract agreement for your situation. Give us a call to (305) 921-0440 or send us an email to [email protected] and we will help you to draft a contract agreement that protects you, your business and your goals.
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