Introduction to Drafting Agreements
A. Hallmarks of a well drafted document
Clear and concise;
Well thought out and organized, with headings and "white space" for ease of reading;
Logical numbering system to assist later when discussing parts of the agreement;
Readable and understandable by the parties;
Internally consistent – Don't be afraid to use the same word throughout the document when you are referring to something specific. This is not prose, where variety is desirable. When drafting agreements you are aiming for certainty of meaning;
As simple as possible while still expressing the intention of the parties and protecting each party's interests;
Achieves all parties' reasonable expectations and accurately reflects the agreement the parties have reached.
