Searching “contract template” online gives you hundreds of results in seconds. You can download a sample purchase agreement, lease, loan or gift contract almost instantly — for free, without waiting. Sounds great?

Yes — and no.

A template can be useful as a rough reference. But it’s not tailored to your unique situation. It’s like using a general map when you actually need a personal route with real-time guidance.

I’ve seen many clients rely on templates, fill in names and dates, and assume they’re covered. But when a problem arises — a breach, a misinterpretation, a missing clause — they realize the template didn’t protect them at all.

A tailored contract, drafted by a lawyer, means every clause is written for your needs. It includes real safeguards: penalty clauses, dispute resolution, confidentiality, precise definitions. It ensures that what’s written reflects what you actually agreed on — and shields you when things go wrong.

Templates may work for simple, low-risk personal arrangements. But even then, one overlooked phrase or a missing section can lead to stress, delays or even legal consequences.

A good lawyer won’t complicate things. They’ll simplify and secure them. Because a contract isn’t just paperwork. It’s your protection — and your peace of mind.