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Loan Agreement (Unsecured)

An Unsecured Loan Agreement establishes credit terms without collateral, relying on borrower creditworthiness. This playbook focuses on interest provisions, representations, and remedies for nonpayment.

Governing Law & Disputes

Why This Matters: An unfavorable or unclear legal regime can increase cost and unpredictability in enforcement. A balanced dispute mechanism ensures enforceability and reduces jurisdictional risk.

Negotiation strategy

If you're the Lender:

Ensure the governing law is a jurisdiction favorable to your business operations. Advocate for arbitration to minimize litigation costs and time.

If you're the Borrower:

Negotiate for a neutral jurisdiction that does not disadvantage your position. Consider the implications of arbitration on your resources and readiness.

Essential elements

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Governing Law

Jurisdiction governing the agreement.
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Dispute Resolution

Method for resolving disputes.
3

Venue

Location for legal proceedings.

Action framework

ACCEPT

Propose edits if the jurisdiction is not business-friendly or if arbitration terms are unclear.

EDIT

Reject if the clause imposes an unfavorable jurisdiction or lacks enforceability.

ADD

Add clauses if missing to ensure legal certainty and risk management.

PRO TIP

Always verify that the chosen jurisdiction aligns with your strategic interests and that dispute resolution mechanisms are efficient.

Real-world examples

FAVORABLE

Preferred Governing Law

"This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Selected Common Law Jurisdiction], without regard to its conflict of laws principles."
NEUTRAL

Standard Arbitration Clause

"Any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be settled by arbitration in accordance with the [Arbitration Rules] of [Arbitration Institution]."
UNFAVORABLE

Unclear Jurisdiction Clause

"The laws applicable shall be those deemed appropriate by the arbitrators, without specific jurisdiction."

Alternative scenarios & positions

High-Risk Projects

In high-risk projects, ensure the governing law provides robust protections and the dispute resolution process is swift to mitigate potential losses.

Cross-Border Transactions

For cross-border deals, select a neutral jurisdiction and arbitration institution to avoid bias and ensure fair proceedings.

Long-Term Contracts

In long-term agreements, consider jurisdictions with stable legal frameworks to avoid future uncertainties.

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