Drafting Contracts How and Why Lawyers Do What They Do

by Stark, Tina L.

• ISBN13: 9780735594777
• ISBN10: 0735594775
• Additional ISBN(s): 9781543803907
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2013-11-26
• Publisher: Aspen Publishing
• More Book Details

About This Book

Drafting Contracts: How & Why Lawyers Do What They Do, Second Edition

ISBN: 9780735594777

Drafting Contracts: How & Why Lawyers Do What They Do, Second Edition is a comprehensive textbook designed for law students and professionals interested in contract drafting. This book is an eagerly anticipated second edition of an established and highly regarded text that teaches the key practice skill of contract drafting.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by law students, particularly those in contract law and business law courses. It is also a valuable resource for practicing attorneys looking to enhance their skills in contract drafting and negotiation. The book's detailed explanations and practical exercises make it an essential tool for anyone involved in the legal profession.

History and Editions

The second edition of Drafting Contracts was released on November 26, 2013. This edition has been updated to include more exercises, precedents, and examples. The book now features multi-draft exercises involving various business contracts, detailed explanations of proper boilerplate provisions, and multiple well-drafted contracts with annotations. The revised Aircraft Purchase Agreement exercise focuses on key issues and provides precedents on how to draft the action sections and endgame sections.

Author and Other Works

Tina L. Stark is the author of Drafting Contracts: How & Why Lawyers Do What They Do, Second Edition. Tina Stark is a well-respected expert in contract law and has authored several other books on the subject. Her writing style is known for being clear, concise, and practical, making complex legal concepts accessible to students and professionals alike.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Coverage: The book provides a thorough understanding of contract drafting principles, including detailed explanations and practical examples.
• Exercises and Precedents: The text includes numerous exercises designed to teach students how to read and analyze contracts progressively more difficult and sophisticated. It also features more precedents for use in exercises.
• Multi-Draft Exercises: New, multi-draft exercises involving a variety of business contracts help students develop their skills in drafting contracts.
• Well-Drafted Contracts: The book includes multiple well-drafted contracts with annotations, providing real-world examples of effective contract drafting.
• Updated Examples: The second edition includes new and refreshed examples, including well-drafted boilerplate provisions and detailed explanations of proper use of "shall."

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• ISBN-13: 9780735594777
• ISBN-10: 0735594775
• eBook: Available through various retailers
• Rental Options: Various rental durations available from different retailers

Publication Details

• Publisher: Wolters Kluwer Law & Business
• Publication Date: November 26, 2013
• Number of Pages: 604 pages
• Language: English

Other Editions and Formats

• Related ISBNs:
• 9781454829058 (related ISBN)
• 9798886143287 (related ISBN)

Additional Information

• Format: Paperback
• Dimensions: Not specified
• Item Weight: Not specified

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