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Myth or Reality of Ironclad Contracts


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Attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Burger of Offit Kurman discuss the idea of the “ironclad contract” and why truly loophole-proof, unbreakable agreements don’t exist. They explain that while contracts can be sloppy or well-prepared, even strong drafting can’t anticipate every unexpected real-life scenario. The episode emphasizes focusing on common contingencies and high-impact issues, treating contracts as adaptable documents that evolve as circumstances and business needs change. 

  • (00:00) - Ironclad Contract Myth
  • (00:53) - Why Nothing Is Unbreakable
  • (01:40) - Draft for Common Risks
  • (02:11) - Contracts Should Evolve
  • (03:57) - Ambiguity and Disputes
  • (05:16) - Get Close Not Perfect
  • (05:53) - Final Takeaways
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    OK at WorkBy Russell Berger & Sarah Sawyer, Offit Kurman