Free contract drafting tool

Generate a Contract Draft in Minutes — NDAs, SOWs, Freelance Agreements

Create one‑page agreements and longer templates with clause‑level edits and plain‑language summaries. Localize clauses to a state or country, produce redlines, and export an editable draft for counsel.

Included templates

NDA, SOW, Freelance agreement, Employment/Onboarding letter, MSA (starter SOWs)

Drafts intended as starting points for legal review, not a substitute for counsel

Key capabilities

Clause edits, redlines, jurisdiction localization, exportable drafts

Create counterproposals and handoff notes for counsel

Designed for non‑legal teams

Who this is for

Freelancers, startups, procurement and HR teams, and non‑legal founders use the generator to produce practical first drafts that accelerate counsel review. The tool focuses on common small‑business agreements and negotiation starting points.

  • Freelancers and independent contractors needing one‑page agreements or NDAs
  • Startups and small businesses drafting SOWs, onboarding letters, and basic MSAs
  • Operations, procurement, and HR teams creating standardized engagement documents

Common agreement types

What you can generate

Choose a tailored template and provide business facts (parties, deliverables, fees, dates, governing law). Each output includes the legal text and a short plain‑language summary of rights, obligations, and risks.

  • Short-form NDA (mutual or one-way) with confidentiality definitions and limited term
  • Freelance services agreement: scope, milestones, payments, IP assignment, termination
  • Statement of Work (SOW) attachments with milestones, acceptance criteria, and change orders
  • Contractor onboarding and employment letters clarifying status and deliverables
  • Exportable draft with redlines and a 3‑point counsel handoff memo

NDA (short-form)

Mutual or unilateral nondisclosure with carve-outs, term limits, injunctive relief, and a plain‑language summary.

  • Define Confidential Information clearly
  • Limit term (e.g., 12 months) and list exclusions
  • Include summary explaining implications for both parties

Freelance services agreement

One‑page or multi‑page draft with scope, payment schedule, IP assignment, termination for convenience, and acceptance criteria.

  • Milestones and deliverable dates
  • Fixed fee or milestone payments
  • IP assignment language with plain‑English note

Prompt templates you can reuse

How it works — practical prompts and outputs

Start with a prompt that captures parties, scope, payment terms, and governing law. The generator returns (1) the draft legal text, (2) a 1–2 sentence plain‑language summary per clause, and (3) optional redlines or a counsel handoff memo.

  • Create a new contract: Draft a one‑page freelance services agreement between {ClientName} and {ContractorName} for graphic design. Include scope, deliverables with milestones and dates, fixed fee and payment schedule, IP assignment to the client, termination for convenience with 14‑day notice, confidentiality, governing law: {StateOrCountry}. Keep language plain and add a 2‑sentence summary of risk for each party.
  • Short‑form NDA: Generate a mutual nondisclosure agreement between {PartyA} and {PartyB} limited to discussions about product X for 12 months; define 'Confidential Information', carve out public and independently developed info, include injunctive relief for breaches, and provide a plain‑language summary.
  • SOW: Produce an SOW to attach to an existing services agreement with scope, milestones and dates, milestone payments, acceptance criteria, change order process, and a 30‑day warranty for defects.

Edit, simplify, and redline

Clause‑level editing & negotiation

Replace or simplify individual clauses without reauthoring the whole document. Use clause simplification and redline prompts to prepare clear counterproposals.

  • Simplify a clause to plain English and get a one‑sentence negotiation note
  • Produce a redline given an original clause and a desired change, with a short rationale
  • Flag ambiguous terms and suggest tighter language to reduce negotiation friction

Jurisdiction‑aware prompts

Localization: adapt clauses to your jurisdiction

Provide the state or country and the generator highlights terms that commonly vary by jurisdiction — choice of law, assignment formalities, enforceability language — and suggests alternative wording for better local fit.

  • Localize a clause: paste clause and specify {StateOrCountry} to get suggested language changes
  • Get a short note on terms that typically differ by jurisdiction (e.g., IP assignment formalities, termination restrictions)
  • Use the localization output as a briefing for local counsel

Ready for counsel or internal review

Export & handoff

Export drafts into editable formats and attach a concise three‑point handoff memo summarizing scope, outstanding negotiation items, and priority clauses for review by counsel.

  • Exportable editable drafts to copy into your template or Word/PDF
  • Handoff memo: requested scope, open negotiation items, recommended priority clauses
  • Use generated redlines directly in negotiation with clear rationale notes

Practical data guidance

Security & sensitive data

Avoid pasting highly sensitive secrets into any drafting session. For questions about retention and data handling, consult platform privacy and terms. The generator is designed for drafting and prompt‑driven customization, not for managing privileged communications.

  • Do not paste personal identifiers, passwords, or proprietary source code
  • Summarize sensitive facts rather than pasting full confidential disclosures
  • Review privacy and terms pages for platform retention policies

FAQ

Is this generator a substitute for a lawyer?

No. The generator creates draft language and negotiation starting points. Outputs include plain‑English summaries and handoff notes to accelerate counsel review, but you should have a qualified lawyer review and finalize any contract you intend to execute.

How do I make the generated contract enforceable in my state or country?

Provide the jurisdiction when prompting the generator to surface terms that commonly vary by location. Use the localization suggestions as a briefing for local counsel to confirm enforceability and any required formalities.

Can I use the outputs commercially and share them with clients or partners?

Yes — generated drafts are intended to be used as starting points you can share with clients or partners. Because legal effect depends on jurisdiction and full facts, finalize drafts with counsel before relying on them in high‑risk or complex transactions.

What data is stored when I paste proprietary information into the tool?

Data handling varies by platform. Avoid pasting highly sensitive or privileged information into drafting sessions. For specifics about storage, retention, and access, review the platform privacy and terms pages or contact support.

How do I convert the AI draft into my corporate template or export to Word/PDF?

Copy the generated draft into your corporate template and use the export feature to produce an editable Word or PDF. Include the short handoff memo and redlines to guide your legal or procurement team during review.

What clauses should I customize for high‑risk deals?

High‑risk clauses commonly include IP assignment, limitations of liability, indemnities, confidentiality scope, and termination/exit rights. Use the risk review prompt to get a prioritized list of recommended clause edits and suggested negotiation positions.

How do I propose a counteroffer and produce clear redlines?

Paste the original clause and describe the desired change; the generator will produce a redline and a short rationale targeted at the original drafter. Include negotiation notes explaining commercial tradeoffs to speed agreement.

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