Protection starts before signature
Many commercial disputes begin with a broad phrase, an undefined deadline or no measurable acceptance standard. A useful review therefore tests how the agreement allocates responsibility and risk, not only whether its language sounds formal.
1. Scope, deliverables and acceptance
Define the service, exclusions, milestones and the method for accepting or rejecting deliverables.
- Measurable deliverables
- Delivery dates and dependencies
- A documented acceptance process
2. Price, change and delay
State invoicing, payment, tax and expense rules, then set a written process for scope changes and delay.
- Payment triggers
- Change-order procedure
- Suspension, delay and force majeure
3. Liability, confidentiality and IP
These clauses determine recoverable exposure, ownership of work product and protection for business information.
- Liability caps and exceptions
- Confidentiality duration
- Background and newly created intellectual property
4. Termination and disputes
Set cure periods, handover duties and settlement of outstanding amounts, then select a dispute route appropriate to the transaction.
Review the deal, not just the template
Al Najem Law Office reviews and drafts contracts around the commercial reality of the transaction and turns legal observations into clear negotiation points. This article is general information and is not a substitute for advice on a specific agreement.
