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An introduction to commercial contract law and language

Short course

In London ()

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£ 599 + VAT

Description

  • Type

    Short course

  • Duration

    1 Day

Learn the basic principles of contract law using plain English, translating the legal jargon into terms of everyday business life. Discuss the significance of some of the most common terms to be found in commercial contracts highlighting their practical implications. Avoid the pitfalls ensure you know whether and when you have a binding contract and how to avoid unintended liabilities. Analyse some of the problems in performance which may affect your rights or responsibilities under the contract with particular reference to breach of contract and the remedies available to you. Suitable for: Newly-appointed contracts and commercial executives/managers. Business development managers. Sales, purchasing and marketing managers. Project managers and engineers

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  • An introduction to commercial contract law and language brochure

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Teachers and trainers (1)

Stephen Ashcroft

Stephen Ashcroft

Business Consultant, Brian Farrington Ltd

Stephen is a business consultant with Brian Farrington Ltd specialising in the role of procurement, contract management and commercial contract negotiation. His previous operational experience was with the British Aerospace international contracts department.

Course programme

An essential and very practical one-day seminar to help you to protect your own interests, to get the best deal, and to resolve difficulties with customers or suppliers. You will:

• Learn the basic principles of contract law - using plain English, translating the legal jargon into terms of everyday business life
• Understand the problems in performance which may affect your rights or responsibilities under the contract
• Avoid the pitfalls - ensure you know whether and when you have a binding contract and how to avoid unintended liabilities
• Understand the most common terms to be found in all contracts - and their practical implications
• Understand the contractual issues now arising as a result of the economic downturn

An introduction to commercial contract law and language

£ 599 + VAT