Contract Drafting
Fundamentals of Contract Drafting
Master the essentials of drafting enforceable contracts with practical techniques for structuring clear and risk-free clauses.
- Beginner
- English
- 2 Weeks
- 6 lessons
- Certificate included
What you will learn?
Draft enforceable contract clauses clearly
Identify essential contract components
Apply practical drafting techniques to real contracts
Avoid common drafting pitfalls and ambiguities
Who this course is for
Law students seeking foundational drafting skills
Junior lawyers entering corporate or commercial practice
Business professionals managing contractual relationships
Contract administrators ensuring compliance and enforceability
Prerequisites
Basic understanding of contract law concepts recommended
Familiarity with legal terminology helpful
Willingness to engage in practical drafting exercises
Strong attention to detail
Why this course
Contracts are the foundation of all legal and business relationships,Learn drafting techniques that minimise ambiguity and disputes,Acquire practical skills for structuring enforceable agreements,Understand risk allocation and remedies in contractual frameworks,Gain confidence in drafting for real-world transactions,Enhance professional credibility through hands-on drafting expertise
Course content
Objective
Learn the structure and purpose of key contract components to build a strong foundation in drafting enforceable agreements.
Key topics
Explain the essential elements of a valid contract
Identify the core clauses in commercial agreements
Understand the role of recitals and definitions
Analyse the significance of governing law and jurisdiction
Week 1
Lesson 1
Preview available
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Draft/redline a clause based on the lesson focus and explain your drafting choices.
Objective
Master techniques for drafting unambiguous, enforceable clauses that protect client interests and reduce litigation risks.
Key topics
Apply principles of clarity and simplicity in drafting
Avoid ambiguity in contractual language
Use defined terms consistently and accurately
Ensure enforceability through proper use of mandatory language
Week 1
Lesson 2
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Draft/redline a clause based on the lesson focus and explain your drafting choices.
Objective
Gain expertise in drafting liability and risk management clauses that safeguard parties and align with commercial intent.
Key topics
Draft limitation of liability and indemnity clauses effectively
Analyse contractual risk allocation strategies
Identify pitfalls in liability drafting
Balance commercial interests with enforceability requirements
Week 1
Lesson 3
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Draft/redline a clause based on the lesson focus and explain your drafting choices.
Objective
Learn how to draft clauses that define obligations, ensure performance, and address remedies effectively in commercial contracts.
Key topics
Define clear obligations for each party
Draft performance standards and milestones
Integrate remedies for breach of contract
Address liquidated damages and penalty provisions
Week 2
Lesson 4
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Draft/redline a clause based on the lesson focus and explain your drafting choices.
Objective
Explore the critical role of boilerplate provisions in ensuring comprehensive and enforceable agreements.
Key topics
Understand the role of standard boilerplate provisions
Draft clauses on confidentiality
assignment
and notices
Integrate governing law and dispute resolution terms
Avoid redundancy in standard provisions
Week 2
Lesson 5
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Draft/redline a clause based on the lesson focus and explain your drafting choices.
Objective
Apply your skills in a practical setting to draft, review, and refine contracts for real-world application.
Key topics
Draft a complete contract using learned principles
Review contracts for ambiguity and compliance
Identify drafting errors through peer and instructor feedback
Apply best practices to real-world scenarios
Week 2
Lesson 6
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Draft/redline a clause based on the lesson focus and explain your drafting choices.
Description
Contracts form the backbone of commercial relationships, yet poorly drafted agreements often lead to costly disputes. This course introduces participants to the fundamentals of drafting precise and enforceable contracts. Designed for beginners, it combines theory with practical exercises to develop your ability to write contracts that protect interests and maintain clarity.
You will explore the essential components of a contract, from preliminary clauses to boilerplate provisions, and learn how to draft terms that avoid ambiguity and ensure enforceability. Emphasis will be placed on understanding risk allocation, obligations, remedies, and compliance with governing law requirements.
Through hands-on practice, you will gain confidence in structuring agreements for diverse transactions while considering practical realities such as negotiation dynamics and commercial intent. By the end of the course, you will have the skills to produce contracts that not only reflect legal precision but also serve as effective tools for business certainty.
You will explore the essential components of a contract, from preliminary clauses to boilerplate provisions, and learn how to draft terms that avoid ambiguity and ensure enforceability. Emphasis will be placed on understanding risk allocation, obligations, remedies, and compliance with governing law requirements.
Through hands-on practice, you will gain confidence in structuring agreements for diverse transactions while considering practical realities such as negotiation dynamics and commercial intent. By the end of the course, you will have the skills to produce contracts that not only reflect legal precision but also serve as effective tools for business certainty.
Instructor
Mian Sheraz Javaid
Develop Precision To Draft Enforceable Legal Contracts.
Sheraz draws from his rare dual expertise as an engineer and barrister to offer elite training in contract drafting. These programs are crafted for professionals who draft or review complex contracts and seek to enhance clarity, enforceability, and risk control across jurisdictions and sectors.
