Contracts are the foundation of every municipal authority's operations, but how often do we stop scrutinizing their terms? Too often, "standard form" agreements are accepted without question, leading to potential risks and missed opportunities for improvement. This will be an engaging and informative webinar designed to challenge common assumptions about routine contracts and agreements.
We will delve into the types of agreements municipal authorities encounter daily—from professional services and office contracts to utility providers and construction agreements—and highlight the pivotal role solicitor review plays in ensuring these documents truly serve the authority's interests. Attendees will discover the importance of going beyond "as is" contracts, learn how to spot red flags, and gain practical negotiation skills and strategies to refine terms and mitigate risks.
Learning Objectives
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Understand the misconceptions surrounding "standard form" contracts and the risks of accepting agreements "as is."
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Identify the key types of agreements that municipal authorities commonly encounter, such as professional services, utility providers, and construction contracts.
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Recognize the importance of solicitor review in mitigating legal and financial risks associated with routine contracts.
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Analyze essential contract elements, including indemnification clauses, payment terms, scope of services, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
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Learn to spot common red flags in contracts and develop strategies for addressing ambiguous or unfavorable terms and how to request more favorable language.
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Gain practical negotiation skills to ensure that contracts align with the authority’s interests and foster mutual benefit.
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Appreciate the value of proactive legal input in protecting municipal authorities and optimizing contractual outcomes.
Join Christine M. Seymour, Esquire from the Law Offices of Christine M. Seymour in explaining how to tackle contract conundrums.
Presenter:
Christine M. Symour, Esq., Law Offices of Christine M. Seymour
Cost: $49
