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HOW A LAWYER-DRAFTED CONTRACT WORKS – AND WHY IT’S NOT JUST ABOUT ‘TEXT’

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“I wrote it myself, it looked fine… and then came the penalty.”

Tomáš wanted to save on legal fees and drafted a cooperation contract with a freelancer using a template he found online. Everything looked clear. But when problems arose with deadlines and delivery quality, the freelancer challenged the agreement, refused the obligations, and Tomáš ended up paying for the mistakes he had written himself.

How a contract is drafted by a lawyer, how it differs from a free template, what exactly the service includes, how pricing works, and what problems it can save you from.

🧑‍⚖️ What it means to “have a contract tailored by a lawyer”

Contract drafting by a lawyer is not just about producing a document. It’s a legal service that:

  • analyzes your situation and your needs

  • involves questions, clarifications, and scenarios

  • reflects specific legal risks relevant to your case

  • adjusts language and structure to protect your interests


📋 What the collaboration process looks like:

  1. Short initial call or form – to understand the purpose

  2. Follow-up questions about context and goals

  3. Proposal of structure and key points

  4. Drafting the contract

  5. Consultation and revisions based on your feedback

  6. Final version with signing instructions and legal notes


❌ Why a “free template” won’t replace legal drafting

  • Doesn’t reflect your specific situation or goals

  • Often lacks key provisions (warranties, penalties, tailored conditions)

  • Misuse can harm you instead of protecting you

  • Gives a false sense of safety – but no real backup in disputes


📚 Case from practice:

A client modified an old rental template for warehouse space.

Years later, a dispute arose over damage to stored equipment. The contract had no property description, no annexes, and no agreement on insurance. The court ruled against him. Had he consulted a lawyer, he’d have had a much stronger position.


✅ Lawyer’s recommendation:

Having a lawyer draft your contract is a small investment for major peace of mind.

Compared to the cost of mistakes (lawsuits, asset loss, liability), this legal service is absolutely worth it.

And most importantly: I always quote the price upfront, tailored to the complexity of your case.

Need a tailored contract or just have a rough idea?
Reach out – we’ll turn it into a legally sound and functional document.

Contact a legal professional – I specialize in contract law.
Learn more here.

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