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What three parts of a contract are necessary in order for it to be legally binding?
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The three classic elements are:
1. Offer — one party proposes definite terms to another (what will be done, for what price, when, etc.).
2. Acceptance — the other party unambiguously agrees to those exact terms (a “mirror” acceptance).
3. Consideration — something of value is exchanged (money, goods, services, or a promise).
Brief notes: courts also require an intention to create legal relations, legal capacity of the parties, and a lawful object (the subject matter must be legal). Some contracts must meet formal requirements (e.g., be in writing) under the statute of frauds.
1. Offer — one party proposes definite terms to another (what will be done, for what price, when, etc.).
2. Acceptance — the other party unambiguously agrees to those exact terms (a “mirror” acceptance).
3. Consideration — something of value is exchanged (money, goods, services, or a promise).
Brief notes: courts also require an intention to create legal relations, legal capacity of the parties, and a lawful object (the subject matter must be legal). Some contracts must meet formal requirements (e.g., be in writing) under the statute of frauds.
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