
Free Template vs. Lawyer-Made Contract: What’s the Risk?
Tomáš downloaded a free real estate sale agreement online. It looked fine, so he signed. Months later, the seller claimed rent for the time between signing and official handover – the contract wording was unclear.
What seemed like a cost-saving move turned into unexpected legal trouble. A contract made by a lawyer could have prevented it entirely.
🔵 Why People Use Free Templates
To save money
They think the deal is simple
Templates are easy to find
But:
🛑 A generic form can’t cover a specific legal situation.
🟡 The Hidden Dangers of Free Templates
1. 📄 Missing key clauses
No terms about deadlines, payments, handovers
Gift contracts missing revocation clauses
Rental agreements without details on services or repairs
2. ⚖️ Legally invalid or outdated
Invalid arbitration clauses
Excessive penalties
Clauses conflicting with Czech law
3. 🧾 Not tailored to your situation
Every deal is different. Templates can’t reflect specific risks, goals or relationships.
4. ❓ Unreliable source
You don’t know who wrote it
No accountability
No guarantee it’s still valid
🔵 What You Get With a Lawyer
✅ A custom contract is:
Clear and easy to understand
Legally correct and up-to-date
Written for your exact situation
Designed to protect your rights, not just look formal
🟡 What Does It Cost?
Service | From (excl. VAT) |
---|---|
Review of downloaded template | From CZK 2,500 |
Full custom contract | From CZK 4,000 |
Editing + legal consultation | From CZK 3,500 |
🧾 You’ll always get a clear quote before any work begins.
🟣 When to Avoid Templates
High-value property or large sums
Business contracts (freelance, B2B)
When trust is low or terms are complex
When the contract will be reused
If you need more than just a document — you need legal protection
Templates are generic. You’re not.
📩 Let me review your document or create one that truly fits your needs. Fast response and fair pricing – always.
Contact a legal professional – I specialize in contract law.
Learn more here.
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- Naposledy aktualizováno: 26/06/2025