Tip 22. Language of contracts 1
Today's tip tests your knowledge of the standard wording of contracts.
Which is the ONLY set of words that correctly completes this sentence taken from a confidentiality clause?
Each party may disclose Confidential Information to its employees, 1) .................... that such persons need to know it for the 2) .................... of performing the party's obligations 3) .................... this Agreement.
Wrong answer, try again!
Wrong answer, try again!
Correct answer!
Comment:
The choices in options 1 and 2 are understandable, but none of these words would be the natural choice of a native speaker lawyer.
Expressions you should know:
- provided that = on condition that (or, keeping it simple, just 'if')
- for the purpose of verb+ING
- to perform one's obligations under an agreement*
*In England, we talk about contract law, but in reality many contracts are referred to as agreements. This is a matter more of convention than accuracy.
