Contract drafting is a core activity of corporate lawyers, paralegals, and contracts administrators.

But it’s also challenging.

Traditionally, there has been little training in contract drafting, which has generally consisted of recycling forms of questionable quality and relevance.

Ken Adams offers an antidote – a uniquely rigorous overview of issues relating to contract language and layout, based on his book A Manual of Style for Contract Drafting.

This workshop explores what makes for clear and effective contracts. Ken uses examples throughout drawn from actual contracts. Rather than simply lecturing, he uses questions and drafting exercises to encourage participation. He also emphasizes the practical considerations unique to the drafting process.

Key Highlights:

• The Two Rules of Drafting
• Efficient and Less Efficient Contract Usages
• Categories of Contract Language
• Mastering Contract Layout
• Using Defined Terms
• Taking Control of Your Drafting

Here is what few past attendees had to say about the program:

“No one has done more clear and disciplined thinking about more troublesome aspects of contract drafting than Ken Adams. His best-selling ABA book is the most comprehensive and incisive work out there and an important contribution to the practice”

— Bryn Vaaler, Professional Development Partner, Dorsey & Whitney LLP

“This workshop far exceeded my expectations and provided me with much needed skills to handle my day to day contract drafting responsibilities. The teaching format was very well organized,concise and easy to understand, and Ken Adams is an exceptional presenter.”

— Carol Ernest, Legal Department, 3M Canada

“I enjoyed his materials, his book and his presentation, and think most young — and many older — practitioners would benefit from his clear thinking on the art of drafting.”

— Susan Clarke, Partner, Gowlings