Harvey Wurie’s Contract Group routinely represents medical professionals, entertainers, and business owners in the drafting, negotiating, and reviewing of contracts. We have a deep familiarity with the applicable laws regarding enforcement. There are numerous contracts that we all engage in daily. Most contracts are complex and difficult to understand. Choosing an attorney to draft and review your contract is one of the most important business decisions that you could make to help identify and eradicate your risk exposure. Since a properly drafted contract is the first line of defense in any future legal dispute, we ensure clients take precautions during the formation stage to protect their interests. Harvey Wurie’s experience, knowledge, and negotiating skills help you create a contract that gives you the edge and provides assurance that your deal will be completed smoothly.
We also have an active counseling practice, advising clients on topics such as the application of machine learning and innovative approaches for managing and administering contracts, such as:
Our consulting goal is to assist businesses to self-serve their contract needs, rather than needing a law firm, or legal department to support them.
Every contract requires an offer, an acceptance, competent parties, and consideration (something of value).
No. Contracts can be oral, or written, depending on applicable state law. Most states have laws ("Statute of Frauds") requiring certain contracts to be in writing.
Contracts involving the following:
A written contract allows both parties to review every obligation under the contract, ask questions, and negotiate provisions. It also allows the parties to seek legal guidance about the agreement, and finally, it provides a court with a reference point, if a lawsuit is pursued by one party.
A breach happens when one party does not perform their obligation under the contract.
You should assess whether contracts are an ongoing, daily concern. If you answer this question in the affirmative, you should could consider hiring either an attorney, or a contract manager.
Not necessarily.