Free Sample Contract Review Checklist Template
Sample Contract Review Checklist
Prepared by: [YOUR NAME]
Date: [DATE]
Basic Contract Information
Task |
Completed (✓) |
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Confirm all parties' names and addresses are accurate |
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Ensure the contract title accurately reflects its purpose. |
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Verify the date of the agreement is correct. |
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Check for clear identification of the contracting parties. |
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Scope and Terms
Task |
Completed (✓) |
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Clearly define the purpose and scope of the agreement |
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Verify all deliverables, milestones, and deadlines are detailed. |
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Confirm that payment terms, amounts, and schedules are specified. |
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Ensure termination clauses are included and reasonable. |
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Obligations and Responsibilities
Task |
Completed (✓) |
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Outline each party’s obligations and responsibilities clearly |
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Check for compliance with industry standards and laws. |
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Confirm provisions for resolving disputes between parties are included. |
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Ensure consequences for failure to meet obligations are reasonable. |
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Legal and Financial Protections
Task |
Completed (✓) |
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Check for indemnification clauses to protect against liability |
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Ensure confidentiality and non-disclosure clauses are included (if applicable) |
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Verify force majeure clauses for unforeseen events. |
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Confirm warranties and representations are clearly stated. |
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Amendments and Termination
Task |
Completed (✓) |
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Check the process for amending the contract |
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Confirm grounds for contract termination are fair and explicit. |
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Ensure provisions for notice periods are reasonable. |
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Verify that conditions for renewal or extension are included (if applicable) |
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Payment and Financial Terms
Task |
Completed (✓) |
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Confirm payment terms, including due dates and amounts |
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Ensure late payment penalties or interest rates are specified (if applicable) |
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Verify tax and fee responsibilities are clarified. |
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Confirm refund and cancellation policies are included (if applicable) |
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Dispute Resolution
Task |
Completed (✓) |
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Check for provisions regarding arbitration or mediation |
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Ensure the governing law and jurisdiction are specified. |
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Verify the process for escalating disputes is practical. |
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Attachments and Supporting Documents
Task |
Completed (✓) |
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Confirm all referenced schedules, exhibits, and annexes are attached |
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Verify that all referenced documents are properly defined in the contract. |
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Ensure any required certifications or licenses are included. |
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Check for properly formatted and numbered pages, including annexes. |
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Execution and Signatures
Task |
Completed (✓) |
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Confirm all signatures are present and correctly placed |
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Verify that each party has the authority to sign the contract. |
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Ensure the signing date is recorded accurately. |
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Check for the inclusion of witness or notary requirements (if applicable) |
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Final Review
Task |
Completed (✓) |
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Proofread the entire document for spelling or grammatical errors |
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Verify the contract language is unambiguous. |
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Consult with legal counsel for a final review. |
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Distribute copies of the fully executed contract to all parties. |
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