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PLAYBOOK TEMPLATES

Statement of Work (SOW)

A Statement of Work defines the specific deliverables, timelines, and responsibilities under a broader master agreement. This playbook offers frameworks for drafting precise scopes, managing milestones, and mitigating disputes over performance.

Termination Rights

Why This Matters: Unbalanced or vague termination clauses can trap a party in an unfavorable contract or expose them to undue liability. Clear rights reduce uncertainty and preserve business flexibility.

Negotiation strategy

If you're the Customer:

Ensure termination rights are clearly defined to allow flexibility in exiting the contract if business needs change. Negotiate for reasonable notice periods and cure opportunities to mitigate potential risks.

If you're the Contractor:

Advocate for balanced termination provisions that protect against abrupt contract termination. Seek to include cure periods for breaches and ensure liabilities are proportionate.

Essential elements

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Notice Requirements

Written notice delivery terms.
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Cure Period

Time to remedy breaches.
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Post-Termination Obligations

Duties after contract ends.

Action framework

ACCEPT

Propose edits if notice periods are too short or cure periods are insufficient.

EDIT

Reject if termination rights are overly restrictive or one-sided.

ADD

Add language for jurisdiction-specific compliance or missing post-termination obligations.

PRO TIP

Always ensure termination clauses align with your business's strategic goals and risk management policies.

Real-world examples

FAVORABLE

Balanced Termination for Convenience

"Either party may terminate this Agreement for convenience upon providing the other party with thirty (30) days written notice. Such termination shall not affect any rights or obligations accrued prior to the effective date of termination."
NEUTRAL

Standard Termination for Breach

"In the event that either party materially breaches any provision of this Agreement, the non-breaching party may terminate the Agreement by providing written notice to the breaching party. The breaching party shall have thirty (30) days from receipt of such notice to cure the breach."
UNFAVORABLE

Unilateral Termination Rights

"The Company may terminate this Agreement at any time without notice or cause, while the Contractor must provide sixty (60) days notice."

Alternative scenarios & positions

High-Risk Projects

In high-risk projects, termination rights should include specific triggers related to project milestones and performance metrics to ensure accountability.

Long-Term Contracts

For long-term contracts, consider including periodic review clauses to reassess termination rights and ensure they remain relevant and fair.

Cross-Border Agreements

Cross-border agreements may require additional termination provisions to address jurisdictional differences and ensure enforceability across regions.

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