Can Lawyers Add Value to the Value Chain?

Author(s):

Winn, Jane K.
Jane K. Winn, University of Washington School of Law, (206) 685-2535, jkwinn1@u.washington.edu
Kunz, Christina
Christina Kunz, William Mitchell College of Law, (651) 290-6340, christina.kunz@wmitchell.edu

92nd Annual International Conference Proceedings - 2007 - Las Vegas, NV

Abstract

Different kinds of supply chains require different types of contracts, but transactional attorneys may only know older business models and standard contract terms. Drafting effective contracts for new models may require throwing away old forms and finding new ways to manage risks, allocate rights, revenues and responsibilities and provide remedies.