Basics of Drafting Commercial Contracts: Translating the Meeting of the Minds into a Tangible Agreement

Originally held on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

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Program Instructor:

Jason Aylesworth
Sendroff & Baruch, LLP

  • Most lawyers say to their clients: “Get it in writing!” However, a number of lawyers do not know the fundamentals of drafting a binding contract. This course is an introduction for lawyers who are looking to create an agreement from scratch. Attendees will learn the overall structure of a contract and its parts, translating the terms and conditions of the deal into clear and concise provisions, and figuring out where to place each provision into a solid written agreement.

    Program Fee:
    $179 for Members | $279 for Nonmembers

    Members who are Recent Law Graduates, Newly Admitted Lawyers (admitted for the first time in any state or country 2018-2020), In-House/Corporate Counsel, Judges, or attorneys that practice within the Government, Academic or Not-for-Profit sectors attend this program for free.

  • 6:00 pm – 6:10 pm
    Introduction/General Overview

    6:10 pm – 6:20 pm
    Hypothetical
    – Assignment from the Senior Partner at your firm
    – Informational Gathering from the client

    6:20 pm – 6:40 pm
    The Framework of a Contract from Top to Bottom

    6:40 pm – 6:50 pm
    The Initial Paragraphs
    – Preamble
    – Recitals
    – Words of Agreement

    6:50 pm – 7:00 pm
    Definitions Section

    7:00 pm – 7:10 pm
    Break

    7:10 pm – 7:15 pm
    Quick Recap

    7:15 pm – 8:00 pm
    The Heart of the Agreement
    – Terms and Conditions
    – Consideration
    – Representations and Warranties

    8:00 pm – 8:10 pm
    Break

    8:10 pm – 8:15 pm
    Quick Recap

    8:15 pm – 8:50 pm
    Finishing the Agreement
    – Endgame Provisions
    – Signature Lines
    – Exhibits and Schedules

    8:50 pm – 9:00 pm
    Conclusion/Recap/Q&A

  • New York: 3.0 Skills
    New Jersey: 3.2 General
    California: 2.5 General
    Pennsylvania: 2.5 General
    Connecticut: Available to Licensed Attorneys

    Please Note: Newly admitted NY attorneys cannot fulfill ethics or skills credits through our on-demand programs under OCA rules. For more information on this, please see http://www.nycourts.gov/attorneys/cle/changes_for_2016.shtml.


  • Sponsorship Opportunities are Available! Please Contact:
    Angie Avila, Manager, Membership Outreach and Sponsorships | (212) 382-6608 | aavila@nycbar.org

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