Q: Is a written agreement between two parties and signed by both parties a legal binding contract in the state of Alabama?
A: There are a number of things that can cause a document to not become an enforceable contract, but generally a writing signed by two parties that contains terms and has some sort of consideration (exchanged value)is going to be a binding contract. In this day and age there are a shocking number of situations that result in legally binding contracts so even if the original writing (or lack thereof) is wanting legal formalities, a person with a good enough lawyer can probably make an argument that the thing is a legally binding contract. I would highly recommend that you take your document to a local attorney who can give you an opinion about the situation specifically. The foregoing answer is provided by Douglas J Shumway, Esq.: (801) 478-8080. The answer provided is not intended to form an attorney client relationship and should not be construed as legal advice. Mr. Shumway is licensed only in Utah. Mr. Shumway's law firm has offices in Salt Lake City, UT, San Antonio, TX and Las Vegas, NV.
A: Although, I am not an Alabama contract specialist, what you described is a general contract formation issue which has be binding in any state, unless there are defenses such as mistake, fraud, impossibility or unconscionablity and so forth. Good luck. consult a local business/contracts attorney. Good luck.
A: Although, I am not an Alabama contract specialist, what you described is a general contract formation issue which has be binding in any state, unless there are defenses such as mistake, fraud, impossibility or unconscionability and so forth. Good luck. consult a local business/contracts attorney. Good luck.
A: Although, I am not an Alabama contract specialist, what you described is a general contract formation issue which has be binding in any state, unless there are defenses such as mistake, fraud, impossibility or unconscionability and so forth. Good luck. consult a local business/contracts attorney. Good luck.
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