Free Sample Contract Review Checklist

Confirm all parties' names and addresses are accurate

Ensure the contract title accurately reflects its purpose.

Verify the date of the agreement is correct.

Check for clear identification of the contracting parties.

Clearly define the purpose and scope of the agreement

Verify all deliverables, milestones, and deadlines are detailed.

Confirm that payment terms, amounts, and schedules are specified.

Ensure termination clauses are included and reasonable.

Outline each party’s obligations and responsibilities clearly

Check for compliance with industry standards and laws.

Confirm provisions for resolving disputes between parties are included.

Ensure consequences for failure to meet obligations are reasonable.

Check for indemnification clauses to protect against liability

Ensure confidentiality and non-disclosure clauses are included (if applicable)

Verify force majeure clauses for unforeseen events.

Confirm warranties and representations are clearly stated.

Check the process for amending the contract

Confirm grounds for contract termination are fair and explicit.

Ensure provisions for notice periods are reasonable.

Verify that conditions for renewal or extension are included (if applicable)

Confirm payment terms, including due dates and amounts

Ensure late payment penalties or interest rates are specified (if applicable)

Verify tax and fee responsibilities are clarified.

Confirm refund and cancellation policies are included (if applicable)

Check for provisions regarding arbitration or mediation

Ensure the governing law and jurisdiction are specified.

Verify the process for escalating disputes is practical.

Confirm all referenced schedules, exhibits, and annexes are attached

Verify that all referenced documents are properly defined in the contract.

Ensure any required certifications or licenses are included.

Check for properly formatted and numbered pages, including annexes.

Confirm all signatures are present and correctly placed

Verify that each party has the authority to sign the contract.

Ensure the signing date is recorded accurately.

Check for the inclusion of witness or notary requirements (if applicable)

Proofread the entire document for spelling or grammatical errors

Verify the contract language is unambiguous.

Consult with legal counsel for a final review.

Distribute copies of the fully executed contract to all parties.