Coming to Terms When Negotiating with a Non-lawyer (United States)

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Coming to Terms When Negotiating with a Non-lawyer (United States)

Andrew J. Seger

Publication Date: 12/17/2020

Negotiating a contract is a hybrid legal and business function that is often performed by business people with no formal legal education. During contract negotiations, different rules and obligations apply to a lawyer depending on whether the party on the other side of the table is represented by counsel. Learn about these rules so as not to be caught on the wrong end of a deal.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts, Skills and Professional Development

Source: ACC Docket

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Coming to Terms When Negotiating with a Non-lawyer (United States)