Why a litigator should review your contract
A contract is a plan for what happens if the deal does not go as expected. The terms that matter most in a dispute, such as indemnity, limitation of liability, termination rights, notice requirements, fee clauses, and where disputes are heard, are often the ones skimmed at signing. Alex reads them the way an opposing lawyer or arbitrator would.
What the firm drafts and reviews
- Commercial leases, amendments, renewals, and assignments for business tenants
- Operating and partnership agreements, vendor and services agreements, purchase agreements, and NDAs
- Settlement agreements and releases
- Demand letters, notices of default, and contract termination letters
How a review works
- Goals and risk. A short call to understand the deal, your leverage, and what matters most to you.
- Markup and notes. A redline of the draft with plain-language notes on the key risks and suggested changes.
- Negotiation. If you want, the firm negotiates directly with the other side or its counsel.
- Final review. A check of the execution version, exhibits, and signature authority before you sign.
Fees for drafting and review are discussed before work begins and confirmed in a written fee agreement.
General information about California law, not legal advice for your situation. Deadlines and outcomes depend on the facts and the documents. Past results do not guarantee or predict a similar outcome.