LAW-5065: Contract Drafting

This experiential, skills-based course focuses on the practical aspects of drafting transactional documents. The course will include classroom instruction on substantive contract concepts such as representations, warranties, covenants, and conditions. Students will learn basic contract structure and design; how to analyze and understand various provisions of a contract, the role of each, and how they work together; and how to add value to a business transaction while anticipating and minimizing risks. Through classroom discussion, individual feedback, and opportunities for editing and revising, students will practice and hone the skill of drafting unambiguous contract terms that are clear and effective. Assignments will include in-class and group exercises, drafting homework, and larger drafting assignments as major projects.