Contract Drafting and Review

Experienced Sacramento Contract Law Attorneys

We enter into contracts every day for various reasons; business and/or personal.   Some of these contracts are written (or should be), while others are verbal. In every case, it is important that the terms of the contract are fairly negotiated, properly drafted, and reviewed to ensure the contract meets the intentions of the parties. Our experienced Sacramento contract law attorneys have assisted many of their business clients with drafting and reviewing important contracts for use within their businesses.

Contracts are especially helpful when there is a dispute.  It is very difficult sometimes to prove things that were said verbally if they were not written down and agreed to by both parties in a contract.  The specific agreements, understandings, duties that each party is to perform are set forth in a contract so that everyone is on the same page.  It doesn’t matter the subject matter of the issue, if there is an agreement and if one person is supposed to do something on behalf or for another person, there should be a well-drafted clear and concise contract written up.  It maybe that you will never need to lean on it to enforce the terms, but if you have to you will be glad you have it.

Contract Preparation, Negotiation, and Review

At our law firm, our Sacramento contract drafting attorneys provide a full range of legal services and representation to our clients. Our firm is dedicated to preparing, negotiating and reviewing your contracts in order to protect your personal and financial interests.

We can assist you in drafting or reviewing the relevant contracts and documents pertaining to or associated with the;  

• Formation of business entities; c-corp, s-corp, LLC, etc.
• Sale or purchase of business interests
• Negotiation or entering into of residential and commercial leases
• Non-compete agreements (tricky in California)
• Employment matters; hire agreements, new hire paperwork, independent contractors, exempt vs. non-exempt classification, etc.
• Intellectual property matters including licensing or the sale of intellectual property
• Confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements
• Modification, foreclosure and bankruptcy settlements, agreements, work-outs, etc.  Very important to get these in writing!

Should I Consult an Attorney When Drafting and Reviewing Contracts?

Absolutely.  Contract negotiations and agreeing on terms can be emotional and difficult. You need an experienced contract law attorney well versed in the legalese of contracts, even if a comma is out of place it can throw off the entire meaning of a paragraph or sub paragraph. One of our experienced contract drafting attorneys can assist you with negotiations so your needs and requirements will be met. Additionally, our contract attorneys can help you with drafting and reviewing contracts, and explain to you your duties under the contract. Our experienced Sacramento contract law attorneys will look out for your best interests throughout the entire contract process.

Negotiating Contracts

Negotiating a contract is very important. By negotiating contract terms, the parties to the contract bargain for their own best interests and come to a middle ground on some of the “deal-breakers” if necessary. While negotiating contracts it is important that you are informed and comfortable with what your duties and obligations will be, that all agreements, intentions and expectations are clear and laid out in the written document, and that there is a remedy for default or breach by either party.

Review of Contracts

Before signing a contract it is critical that you read it. In reviewing the contract, make certain you know what your stated obligations are under the contract. If you are uncertain as to your duties, and you sign the contract, you may be liable for breaching the contract.  It is also important to have an attorney review the contract terms to insure that it meets your goals, what you are trying to accomplish and that you are protected.

Types of Business Contracts

Once you start a business or start engaging in business activities, there are different types of contracts you may encounter including;

• Agreement for the Sale of Goods
• Employment Agreement
• Purchase Order
• Lease for Real Property
• Confidentiality Agreement
• Franchise Agreement

It is important to have an attorney who has your best interests in mind review these to advise you on what you are signing and if there are any changes you should ask that be made to them.