In previous posts we’ve dealt with “boilerplate” clauses such as waiver, jurisdiction and venue, and integration. Today we will talk about two related clauses: the “assignment” clause and the “binding effect” clause. Both of these clauses relate to the question of who may enforce a contract at a later date.
Let’s start with binding effect. The binding effect clause typically reads something like this:
Binding Effect. This Agreement shall be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of the heirs, personal representatives, successors, and assigns of the parties....
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