There's a lot of debate on whether and / or how to use Standard Form Templates for drafting contracts.

As lawyers, it is very tempting to beg, borrow or steal a contract template from anywhere, change few particulars and pass it on to the clients.

All commercial agreements begin with the premise that each party to the agreement will honour its respective obligations under the agreement.

In the post-pandemic era, wherein the employees got the flexibility to work from home, there have been instances of moonlighting ...

Assessing your client's strengths and weaknesses before entering contract negotiations is essential for several reasons.

'Due Diligence' or DD is used when it comes to legal profession, particularly in corporate law practice, day in and day out.

Like all other commercial contracts, it is advisable that a Non-Disclosure Agreement be a balanced one, taking into consideration interests and benefits of both parties.

In contract law, consideration is meant to be the exchange of one thing of value for another. It is one of the important elements that must be present for a contract to be legally enforceable.

It is very common for a party to claim a breach of the contract and consequent damages from the other.

No discussion is complete these days without the topic of artificial intelligence sneaking in. Artificial intelligence has considerable potential to streamline and enhance the customisation process of contract...

am asked this question many a times during my workshops, courses, lectures, etc. More than anything else, I find contract drafting to be an experiential learning.

We come across indemnity provisions in invariably in all commercial contracts with a significant stake or subject matter value.

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Recitals form one of the most important parts of a contract, as they act as an introduction to the contract. When incorporating recital clauses in contracts, it's crucial to include safeguards to ensure...

Startups are the lifeblood of innovation and economic growth in today's world. However, navigating the #legal landscape can be a daunting task for new entrepreneurs. Every new, upcoming business invariably...

It goes without saying that a sound knowledge of contract drafting is key to success for any legal professional. However, good knowledge of contract drafting...

I am fair, I am honest, I am well meaning, I fulfill all my obligations under all my dealings - I assume the other party will do the same. Why should therefore, I insist on incorporating everything in writing?

Conducting legal due diligence for a startup is quite a challenging process. It requires a strategic approach to ensure that potential investors have a comprehensive understanding of the startup's legal health.

Forget the past, look in the future. You must have heard these sermons.

Any startup's biggest differentiator and asset is its intellectual property (IP). Therefore, it is quite crucial for maintaining competitive advantage, attracting investment, and ensuring long-term success.