LAW 897LEC - Commercial Contracts

This course will be taught from the practitioner’s perspective and considers the risks and legal implications associated with a commercial transaction, supporting your client’s outsourcing or procurement efforts. The scope of transactions that will be discussed range from outsourcing (offshore and domestic), consulting, and professional services to procuring supplies, licensing software and intellectual property, and cloud service agreements. The course addresses issues relevant to commercial transactions, as well as identifying and mitigating associated risks. Considerations will include creating the building blocks for an effective agreement, counseling clients, understanding relevant considerations, operating in a regulated environment, and effectively reaching the goals of your client. This course will entail preparing, revising, and negotiating commercial contracts.

Credits: 1