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PLAYBOOK TEMPLATES
Executive Employment Agreement
An Executive Employment Agreement sets forth compensation, duties, and protections for senior executives. This playbook highlights negotiation around severance, equity awards, and restrictive covenants.
Dispute Resolution Mechanisms
Negotiation strategy
Ensure the dispute resolution process is efficient and cost-effective. Prioritize mediation to maintain relationships and minimize costs.
Negotiate for a fair arbitration location and language. Ensure the governing law is neutral and favorable.
Essential elements
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Mediation Clause
Initial step for dispute resolution.
2
Arbitration Clause
Binding resolution process.
3
Governing Law Clause
Determines applicable legal jurisdiction.
Action framework
ACCEPT
Propose edits if the arbitration location is unfavorable or if the governing law is biased.
EDIT
Reject if the clause imposes excessive costs or lacks confidentiality.
ADD
Add clauses if mediation or arbitration is not included.
PRO TIP
Always specify the arbitration location and language to avoid future disputes.
Real-world examples
FAVORABLE
Preferred Mediation Clause
"If a dispute arises out of or relates to this Agreement, or the breach thereof, and if the dispute cannot be settled through negotiation, the parties agree first to try in good faith to settle the dispute by mediation administered by a mutually agreed upon mediator before resorting to arbitration, litigation, or some other dispute resolution procedure."
NEUTRAL
Standard Arbitration Clause
"Any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to this Agreement, or the breach, termination, or invalidity thereof, shall be settled by arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association."
UNFAVORABLE
Biased Governing Law Clause
"This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [State], favoring one party's jurisdiction."
Alternative scenarios & positions
International Contracts
Consider international arbitration rules and ensure the governing law is neutral to both parties.
High-Value Contracts
Include detailed arbitration procedures to handle complex disputes efficiently.
Short-Term Contracts
Focus on quick mediation to resolve disputes without lengthy arbitration.
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