Contract Law

Put It In Writing!

Contracts are essential to protecting your interests. People should not fear contracts. The key to a good contract is when it spells out the terms and conditions – an agreement – that two or more people can rely on to protect their rights and interests in any matter, and avoid future disputes.

What Is An Enforcable Contract?

To be clear, most written contracts are enforceable documents, and very few contracts can be challenged as unenforceable. Let us look at the critical elements that make a contract enforceable or unenforceable:

There must be an offer and an acceptance: This may seem straightforward, but it is important that there be a distinct “offer” by one party (“Will you sell me your car for $10,000?”), followed by an unequivocal acceptance (“yes”) by another party, after which the terms and conditions of the transaction can be written into a contract.

There must be mutual agreement or consent to the contract: BOTH (or ALL) parties must, by their own free will, “agree to” or “consent to” create a contract. “Free will” is an important word here because a person who is blackmailed, threatened, or coerced into signing a contract may later seek to invalidate a contract under those grounds. An invalidated contract is then unenforceable.

Absence of “limiting language”: A “Letter of Intent” is NOT a contract and is not enforceable if one of the parties decides not to follow through with the “intent.” The same would be true of an “offer” that has a deadline for “acceptance” or other limiting language that would make it unenforceable.

Capacity to contract: If a person is an adult and of sound mind, they can contract, all else being equal. Contract law presumes that a minor and anyone with impaired mental capabilities cannot enter into a contract.

There must be “valuable consideration”: “Consideration” is a fancy legal term that means “something of value.” For a contract to be enforceable, each party to the contract must receive something of “value” in the transaction. This can be money, other items of value, or goods and services, for example. If there is no valuable consideration, the contract is not enforceable.

Mutual assent: This is usually created by a simple preamble statement in the contract, such as, “The parties hereby agree to be bound by the following terms and conditions…”

The purpose of the contract must be legal: Any contract that involves a purpose that is illegal is not enforceable.

Contract Law Basics

Contrary to popular belief, a contract does NOT always need to be in writing to be enforceable. On the other hand, it is also true that not all written contracts CAN be enforced. Confused? Welcome to the world of contract law.

Basically, a contract is an agreement between one or more parties (people or businesses) whereby all parties agree to the terms of the agreement. Sounds simple enough, but as they say the “devil is in the details,” and it is here where most people find themselves in legal dispute over a contract.

Professional Breach of Contract Lawyers Oklahoma City

At Lai & Turner Law Firm PLLC, we are your reliable Contract Lawyers in Oklahoma City. Our team is dedicated to providing comprehensive legal services that cater to your contract law needs. We understand the complexities of contract law and are committed to helping you through them. Our team of Contract Attorneys in Oklahoma, OK brings years of experience in handling a wide range of contract cases. Whether you need assistance with drafting, reviewing, or negotiating contracts, we are equipped with the knowledge and skills to protect your interests.

Why Choose Our Contract Lawyers in Oklahoma City?

Choosing the right legal representation can make a significant difference in your contract dealings. Our Contract Lawyers in Oklahoma City are known for their meticulous approach to every case. We take the time to understand your objectives, provide clear legal advice, and work diligently to achieve the experience possible outcome.

Experienced Contract Attorneys

Whether you are a business or an individual seeking a contract attorney, Lai & Turner Law Firm can help you with all your contract needs.

We can help businesses to:

• Create contract templates for a wide array of business needs
• Create unique contracts for specific business situations
• Review current contracts and advise as to red flags and recommended changes
• Review, consult, negotiate, or defend contract actions that the client wishes to challenge
• Review, consult, negotiate, and initiate contract actions that the client wishes to enforce

We can help individuals to:

• Create unique contracts for a wide variety of individual needs (buy and sell property)
• Review, consult, negotiate, or defend contract actions that the client wishes to challenge
• Review, consult, negotiate, and initiate contract actions that the client wishes to enforce

Contact Lai & Turner Law Firm PLLC Today

For reliable and professional contract legal services, look no further than Lai & Turner Law Firm PLLC. Our Contract Lawyers and Attorneys in Oklahoma City and Oklahoma, OK, are ready to assist you with all your contract law needs. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and learn more about how we can help you with your contract.