Prepared by: [YOUR NAME]
Company: [YOUR COMPANY NAME]
Date: [DATE]
Task | Completed (✓) |
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Define the purpose and scope of the contract. | |
Identify all parties involved and their legal names. | |
Determine the governing law and jurisdiction. | |
Assess any regulatory or compliance requirements. | |
Verify the authority of signatories to bind the parties. |
Task | Completed (✓) |
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Include a clear title that reflects the purpose of the agreement. | |
State the date of the agreement. | |
Provide detailed definitions of key terms. | |
Clearly outline the obligations of each party. | |
Include consideration (payment, services, or other forms of value). | |
Specify performance deadlines and timelines. |
Provision | Completed (✓) |
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Representations and warranties of the parties. | |
Confidentiality and non-disclosure clauses. | |
Termination and renewal terms. | |
Indemnification and liability limitations. | |
Dispute resolution mechanism (e.g., mediation, arbitration). | |
Force majeure clause. |
Task | Completed (✓) |
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Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. | |
Include clauses addressing data protection and privacy. | |
Verify compliance with intellectual property laws. | |
Address export controls, if applicable. | |
Include a compliance with laws clause. |
Task | Completed (✓) |
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Use plain, unambiguous language. | |
Avoid overly complex legal jargon unless necessary. | |
Differentiate between mandatory and discretionary terms. | |
Use consistent terminology throughout the document. | |
Ensure that numbers are written out and numerically stated (e.g., "ten (10)"). |
Task | Completed (✓) |
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Attach related documents or exhibits (e.g., specifications, diagrams). | |
Include a schedule of deliverables or milestones. | |
Provide a payment schedule, if applicable. | |
Verify that all referenced exhibits are included and properly labeled. |
Task | Completed (✓) |
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Proofread the contract for grammatical and typographical errors. | |
Ensure consistency between clauses and provisions. | |
Cross-check references to other sections of the contract. | |
Review by legal counsel for compliance and enforceability. |
Task | Completed (✓) |
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Provide space for signatures of authorized representatives. | |
Include the date and place of execution. | |
Add notarization or witnesses, if required. | |
Distribute executed copies to all parties. | |
Retain a copy of the signed contract for records. |
Task | Completed (✓) |
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Schedule periodic reviews of the contract’s terms. | |
Update provisions as needed to reflect changes in law or circumstances. | |
Confirm renewal or termination at the end of the contract term. |
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