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Course in Contract Drafting for Non-Lawyers

The Dubai Premier Centre (DPC) offers the expertly designed course “Contract Drafting for Non-Lawyers”, tailored to equip participants with practical skills in drafting contracts without requiring a legal background. This course simplifies complex legal concepts such as basic contract terminology and essential contract clauses, enabling participants to draft clear, professional agreements. It emphasises plain language drafting, ensuring documents are accessible and effective while adhering to legal compliance basics.

By attending this course, participants will gain confidence in understanding and crafting contracts that protect their business interests and mitigate potential risks.

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  • Schedule
December 16, 2024
January 13, 2025
February 17, 2025
March 24, 2025
  • Objectives and Target Group

The course aims to:

  • Teach participants the fundamentals of contract drafting and how to use and customise contract templates effectively.
  • Strengthen skills in plain language drafting, ensuring clarity and precision in essential contract clauses.
  • Help participants identify and manage contractual risks while ensuring compliance with basic legal requirements.
  • Equip attendees with techniques to negotiate contract terms, safeguarding their interests in agreements.
  • Provide guidance on understanding contract obligations and ensuring effective execution of contractual responsibilities.
  • Enable participants to develop strategies for mitigating contract risks and protecting their business interests.

Target Audience

This course is tailored for non-legal professionals seeking to enhance their contract drafting skills, including:

  • Business managers and project leaders who need a foundational understanding of contracts to safeguard their company’s interests.
  • Entrepreneurs and small business owners who regularly engage in agreements and wish to improve their drafting capabilities.
  • Human resources professionals who deal with employment contracts and other business-related agreements.
  • Administrative teams that handle contracts and require knowledge of basic contract terminology.
  • Beginner-level legal writers who want to learn the principles of drafting simplified, yet effective contracts.
  • Procurement managers and suppliers seeking to enhance their awareness of contractual risks and responsibilities.

  • Content

Introduction to Contract Drafting

  • Understanding basic contract terminology and its importance in creating accurate agreements.
  • Overview of plain language drafting to ensure clarity and accessibility.
  • Importance of adhering to legal compliance basics in contract creation.

Fundamentals of Contract Drafting

  • Crafting essential contract clauses such as obligations, rights, and objectives.
  • Mastering the art of effective contract writing with simplicity and precision.
  • Utilising contract templates for efficient and professional drafting.

Identifying and Managing Contractual Risks

  • Recognising potential contractual risks and strategies for minimising them.
  • Incorporating clauses that protect all parties involved while ensuring fairness.
  • Simplifying complex terms to enhance clarity and understanding.

Understanding Contract Obligations

  • Defining and interpreting contract obligations clearly and concisely.
  • Streamlining terms and conditions to ensure compliance and mutual understanding.
  • Modifying clauses to align with specific business objectives.

Negotiating Contract Terms

  • Developing skills for negotiating favourable contract terms and conditions.
  • Maintaining balance between parties while securing essential protections.
  • Practical examples of effective negotiation strategies in business contracts.

Simplifying Legal Language

  • Techniques for using plain language drafting to reduce ambiguity in contracts.
  • Demystifying legal terms for non-lawyers to prevent misunderstandings.
  • Ensuring concise and straightforward communication in contract documents.

Working with Contract Templates

  • Best practices for adapting contract templates to meet specific needs.
  • Reviewing and analysing templates to ensure they cover critical aspects.
  • Safeguarding contractual interests when using pre-designed agreements.

Ensuring Compliance and Protection

  • Strategies to ensure contracts comply with basic legal standards.
  • Role of contracts in safeguarding business operations and fostering transparency.
  • Implementing best practices to align agreements with applicable laws and regulations.

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