Online Certificate Course on Contract Drafting by LawMento [26 Hours, 13.3% off]: Enrolments Open!

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About the Contract Drafting Course

Contract drafting is a fundamental skill that every lawyer must master. Whether you are handling commercial contracts, employment agreements, government contracts, or more specialised documents, your ability to draft clear, enforceable, and legally sound contracts can make all the difference. 

This course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills required to draft effective contracts, covering everything from basic principles to advanced techniques. 

By the end of this course, you’ll have a clear understanding of the elements involved in contract drafting, the necessary clauses, and how to avoid common mistakes.  

Eligibility

• Law students looking to specialise in contract law
• Legal professionals aiming to improve their contract drafting skills
• Corporate lawyers, in-house counsels, and contract managers
• Anyone interested in mastering the art of contract drafting

Course Plan

Learn to draft 30+ contracts along with:

Module 1: What is Contract Drafting and Why is it a Necessary Skill for Lawyers?

• Importance of contracts in business and law
• Basic principles of contract law
• Types of contracts (Commercial, Employment, Government, etc.)
• Elements of a valid contract

Module 2: What are the Structure and Components of a Contract?

• Standard contract format
• Key components: Title, Recitals, Definitions, Clauses, Signatures
• Common contract terms and jargon
• Plain language vs. legalese in drafting

Module 3: Are there any Pre-Contract Considerations under Indian Law?

• Understanding contractual intent
• Pre-contractual negotiations
• Letters of Intent (LOI) and Memoranda of Understanding (MoU)
• Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)

Module 4: Drafting the Main Clauses of a Contract (Practical Training)

• Essential clauses in every contract
  • Parties & definitions
  • Scope and obligations
  • Consideration and payment terms
  • Representations and warranties
  • Liability and indemnity
  • Termination and dispute resolution
• Best practices for clear and concise drafting

Module 5: How to Draft Specific Clauses – Advanced Techniques (Practical Training)

• Boilerplate clauses and their importance
• Drafting effective indemnity clauses
• Force Majeure and unforeseen events
• Limitation of liability clauses
• Confidentiality and non-compete clauses

Module 6: Drafting of Transfer of Property Agreements (Practical Training)

• Agreement to Sale
• Sale Deed
• Lease Deed and Rent Agreement
• Will Deed
• Gift Deed
• Trust Deed
• Mortgage deed

Module 7: Drafting of Business Agreements (Practical Training)

• Partnership Agreement
• LLP Agreement
• Joint Venture Agreement
• Franchise Agreement
• Promissory Note
• Drafting of Commercial Lease Agreement
• Lockdown agreements
• Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)
• Sponsorship Agreement

Module 8: Drafting of Employment Agreements (Practical Training)

• Employee Agreement
• Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)
• Employee Transfer Agreement

Module 9: Drafting of Service Agreements (Practical Training)

• Service Agreements
• Software License Agreement
• Consultancy Agreement
• Development Agreement
• Contractor and Retainer Agreement

Module 10: Drafting of IPR Agreements (Practical Training)

• Intellectual Property Assignment and Licensing Agreement
• Technology Transfer Agreement
• Trademark Coexistence Agreement

Module 11: Drafting of Risk Management & Financial Agreements (Practical Training)

• Loan Agreement
• Property Management Agreement
• Power of Attorney

Module 12: Drafting of Arbitration Agreements (Practical Training)

• Arbitration Agreement
• Ad-Hoc Arbitration Agreement
• Institutional Arbitration Agreement
• Settlement Agreement

Module 13: As a lawyer, how to review and analyse contracts for clients? (Practical Training)

• Techniques for reviewing contracts
• Identifying ambiguous terms and hidden risks
• Common errors and pitfalls in drafting

Bonus: 230+ pages of study materials covering detailed explanations of concepts and drafts of contracts.

Faculty 

Adv Vidhi Marwaha, Legal Associate, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas

Mode

Recorded lectures

Unlike most courses that are just recordings of live classes, this course has been specially created as a recorded course from the start. Every lesson is planned and recorded to give you the best learning experience.

Language 

Bilingual (Hindi + English) 

Duration

26+ Hours

Access to the course will be given for 1 year. The course can be accessed both on mobile and desktop/laptop.

Certification

Participants will receive an e-certificate with a unique QR code and a verifiable link. The certificate can be downloaded, printed, and can also be directly added to the LinkedIn profile.

Course Fees

Rs 1500 Rs 1299 (13.33% LawBhoomi Discounts)

Enrolment Procedure

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