Overview    

In today's complex business environment, a solid understanding of legal essentials is crucial for safeguarding and ensuring the success of any business. This webinar offers a thorough overview of key legal principles and best practices in business contracting. Whether you operate as a sole proprietor, part of a partnership, a private company, or a public company, this session will provide you with the knowledge needed to navigate the legal intricacies of business contracts effectively. 

Join Nicolene Schoeman-Louw on 13 August 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. to deepen your understanding of business contracting and gain valuable insights into contract formation, enforcement, common pitfalls, and strategies to mitigate legal risks.    

Learning objectives   

Attending this webinar will equip you with the following skills:  

• Gain a thorough understanding of the essential legal principles that underpin business contracts including the basics of offer, acceptance, consideration, and mutual agreement.  

• Discover the common mistakes and oversights that can undermine business contracts and learn to recognise red flags and potential issues before they become problematic.  

• Acquire the skills to draft contracts that are not only clear and concise but also legally binding and enforceable through the use of precise language, thoroughness, and paying attention to detail. 

• Get full understanding of how legal requirements vary depending on the type of business entity, and how to tailor your contracts to meet specific legal obligations and regulatory requirements relevant to your business structure.  

• Learn best practices for managing contracts throughout their lifecycle, from initial drafting and negotiation to execution and enforcement.  

Content   

The webinar will cover the following topics:  

• Introduction to Business Contract Law 

  • Definition and importance of contracts 

  • Elements of a valid contract 

  • Types of business contracts 

  • Role of contracts in business operations 

• Contract Formation and Execution 

  • Offer and acceptance 

  • Consideration 

• Contractual Obligations and Enforcement 

  • Legal obligations of parties involved 

  • Enforcement mechanisms 

• Specific Considerations for Various Business Entities 

  • Sole proprietorships 

  • Partnerships 

  • Private companies (Pty) Ltd 

  • Limited companies (Ltd) 

• Best Practices for Contract Management 

  • Contract lifecycle management 

  • Dispute resolution strategies 

About the presenter  

Nicolene  Schoeman-Louw  

Nicolene  Schoeman-Louw is the Founder and Managing Director of Schoeman Law Inc in Cape Town, South Africa. She is an admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa, Conveyancer, Notary Public and Mediator with a passion for assisting entrepreneurs to reach their most ambitious goals.    

Nicolene holds an LLB degree cum laude, LLM from the University of the Free State and a postgraduate diploma in financial planning (CFP) from the University of Stellenbosch. She lectured at the University of the Free State during her studies, presently guest-lectures at Stellenbosch Business School. She also presents seminars and workshops on a wide range of legal topics for various organizations. Nicolene is the Co-Founder and Managing Director of PocketAdvisor where she also doubles up as a skilled facilitator.     

Who should attend?

The following persons will benefit from attending this webinar:  

• Advocates  

• Attorneys  

• Corporate Legal Professionals  

• Legal Academics  

• Candidate attorneys  

• Law Students  

• Paralegals     

Price 

• R 450.00 - Online admission - Individual.  

• Group Price 1 - From R184 per person (up to 5 users)  

• Group Price 2 - From R121 per person (up to 10 users)  

• Group Price 3 - From R109 per person (over 11 users)      

Additional material 

By attending this webinar you will be provided with:  

• A summarised slide presentation.  

• Reference documents and/or course material where available.  

• You can ask questions during the webinar and you will also have access to the presenter after the webinar. 

Corporate training solutions 

At the Legal Academy, we recognize the evolving needs of businesses in today's dynamic environment. Beyond our standard webinar offerings, we provide tailored corporate training solutions designed to empower your team with the latest legal and professional skills. Whether you're looking for online sessions or face-to-face training, our programs are crafted to ensure a comprehensive and engaging learning experience. 

Drawing inspiration from modern training methodologies, our corporate solutions are interactive, adaptable, and focused on real-world applications. We prioritize hands-on learning, ensuring your team can immediately apply their newfound knowledge in practical scenarios. 

Contact us 

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