On September 18, 2026, Scranton partner Gerald Connor presented “Ethics in Contract Drafting” as part of NBI’s Transactional Ethics program. During the presentation, Gerald examined ethical considerations that arise throughout the contract drafting process and discussed practical approaches for identifying and addressing potential issues before they become disputes.
Gerald discussed the following topics:
- Identifying ethical pitfalls in contract drafting and revision
- Avoiding ambiguous language and unintended contractual obligations
- Ethical considerations during contract negotiations
- Managing attorney-client communication and informed consent issues
- Reducing malpractice exposure through effective drafting practices
