Dairam & AssociatesAttorneys-at-Law

Contracts

Preparation and review of agreements, with attention to the terms and responsibilities involved.

Understanding the matter

A contract records the terms of an arrangement and the responsibilities of the parties. Clear instructions about the purpose of the agreement, what each party will do, and how payment or performance is intended to work provide the foundation for its preparation.

When reviewing an existing agreement, the full document and the surrounding correspondence matter. Questions may concern a particular clause, a proposed change, performance of an obligation, or the steps contemplated if a disagreement arises.

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Matters within this area

  • Preparation of written agreements
  • Review of proposed contractual terms
  • Consideration of amendments and variations
  • Questions about obligations and contractual disputes

Preparing for a discussion

  • The full agreement, including schedules and referenced documents
  • A description of the arrangement and the parties involved
  • The commercial or practical terms already discussed
  • Any signing date, performance date, or concern about a clause

Common questions

Can I discuss a contract before signing it?

Yes. Bring the complete proposed agreement and explain what you understand the arrangement to involve. Identify any clause you do not understand and any date by which a response has been requested.

What if a disagreement has arisen under a contract?

Keep the signed agreement, any amendments, and records of performance, payment, and communications. A timeline can help explain what each party did and when the disagreement began. The agreement and circumstances need to be reviewed before the available steps can be assessed.

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