Contract Law Bites (for schools): Managing a contract and if a relationship breaks down

The second in our two-part webinar series will offer practical and pragmatic guidance on common areas of contract law that we frequently speak to clients about.

Aimed at individuals regularly contracting for goods and services on behalf of schools and trusts, these 45-minute sessions will also focus on takeaways to apply to day-to-day working.

Session 2 – Managing a contract and if a relationship breaks down

Topics will include:

• Avoiding disputes – contract management
  Contractual rights and mechanisms
  Reporting and monitoring – KPIs
• Early-stage disputes – de-escalation and protection
  Dispute resolution clauses
  Without prejudice discussions
  Renegotiation
  Reservation of rights
• Termination
  Understanding rights to terminate, including termination for material breach, rights to remedy, and non-contractual/common law termination rights.
  How long do I have to decide what to do?
  Options for mitigating risk
  Consequences of termination
  Ensuring continuity of service

If you have any queries about this webinar please contact events@wslaw.co.uk