Contract Drafting for Non-Lawyers Training
Contract Drafting for Non-Lawyers Training helps Managers and Supervisors build practical governance, legal, and contract management capability through role-relevant activities, instructor-led 5 days delivery, and a clear certificate pathway.
Training provider: EduCore Global Skills
Category: Governance, Legal, and Contract Management
Duration: 5 Days
Delivery: Instructor-led classroom, Live online, In-house corporate training
Certificate: Certificate of Completion
Course fees: KES 80,000 / USD 850
Course Overview
Contract Drafting for Non-Lawyers Training is an instructor-led professional training course offered by EduCore Global Skills for individuals, teams, and organizations seeking practical capability in Governance, Legal, and Contract Management.
EduCore Global Skills offers Contract Drafting for Non-Lawyers Training as Governance, Legal, and Contract Management training for Managers, Supervisors, Team Leaders, Executives and related professionals. Delivery supports classroom, live online, and corporate cohorts in Nairobi, Kenya or by arrangement.
Who Should Attend
- Managers
- Supervisors
- Team Leaders
- Executives
- Department Heads
- Project Leads
- Professionals
- Technical staff
Prerequisites
No mandatory prerequisite is required unless stated in the course outline. Participants should bring relevant workplace examples where possible.
Course Modules
Contract Fundamentals
Core competencies for Contract Fundamentals.
- What a contract is and why it matters in business
- The essential elements: offer, acceptance, consideration, intent
- Written vs. oral agreements and when writing is essential
- Common contract types (sales, services, NDAs, leases, employment)
- When to draft it yourself and when to call a lawyer
Planning Before You Draft
Core competencies for Planning Before You Draft.
- Clarifying the deal: who, what, when, how much
- Identifying risks and what could go wrong
- Gathering facts, documents, and supporting information
- Choosing between templates, precedents, and starting from scratch
- Building a pre-drafting checklist or term sheet
Plain-Language Drafting
Core competencies for Plain-Language Drafting.
- Writing short, clear, active-voice sentences
- Avoiding legalese, jargon, and unnecessary Latin
- Using “shall,” “must,” “may,” and “will” correctly
- Defining terms and using them consistently
- Eliminating ambiguity and vague wording
Contract Structure and Layout
Core competencies for Contract Structure and Layout.
- Title, date, and identification of the parties
- Recitals and background sections
- Organizing clauses logically with headings and numbering
- Schedules, exhibits, and appendices
- Signature blocks and execution formalities
Core Commercial Terms
Core competencies for Core Commercial Terms.
- Scope of work, goods, or services
- Price, payment terms, invoicing, and late fees
- Delivery, timelines, and milestones
- Acceptance criteria and quality standards
- Term, renewal, and expiration
Risk Allocation Clauses
Core competencies for Risk Allocation Clauses.
- Warranties and representations
- Indemnification: who covers what
- Limitation of liability and caps on damages
- Insurance requirements
- Force majeure and unforeseen events
Protecting Your Interests
Core competencies for Protecting Your Interests.
- Confidentiality and non-disclosure provisions
- Intellectual property ownership and licensing
- Data protection and privacy obligations
- Non-compete and non-solicitation clauses (and their limits)
- Assignment and subcontracting restrictions
Termination, Disputes, and Boilerplate
Core competencies for Termination, Disputes, and Boilerplate.
- Termination for cause vs. convenience
- Notice requirements and cure periods
- Dispute resolution: negotiation, mediation, arbitration, litigation
- Governing law and jurisdiction
- Standard boilerplate: entire agreement, severability, amendments, waiver
Review, Negotiation, and Redlining
Core competencies for Review, Negotiation, and Redlining.
- Reading and understanding a contract someone else drafted
- Spotting red flags and one-sided terms
- Negotiation strategies and prioritizing key terms
- Using track changes, comments, and version control
- Final proofreading and consistency checks
Execution, Management, and Best Practices
Core competencies for Execution, Management, and Best Practices.
- Electronic signatures and legal validity
- Authority to sign: who can bind the organization
- Storing, organizing, and tracking contracts
- Managing obligations, deadlines, and renewals
- Building a reusable template library and knowing when to escalate to legal counsel
Training Focus
Contract Drafting for Non-Lawyers Training helps Managers and Supervisors build practical governance, legal, and contract management capability through role-relevant activities, instructor-led 5 days delivery, and a clear certificate pathway.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is Contract Drafting for Non-Lawyers Training delivered?
Contract Drafting for Non-Lawyers Training is delivered through instructor-led classroom, live online, private in-house corporate training depending on the selected cohort or organizational arrangement.
What are the fees for Contract Drafting for Non-Lawyers Training?
The published course investment is KES 80,000 and USD 850. Location-specific fees are shown where configured.
How long is Contract Drafting for Non-Lawyers Training?
Contract Drafting for Non-Lawyers Training runs for 5 Days unless a customized corporate schedule is agreed.
Do participants receive a certificate for Contract Drafting for Non-Lawyers Training?
Participants who complete the course receive a Certificate of Completion from EduCore Global Skills.
Register for Contract Drafting for Non-Lawyers Training or contact EduCore Global Skills.