Contract Drafting TypeSmallAverage General contracts such as business consignment contracts 45 minutes 1 hour 30 minutes Typical contracts such as NDA 15 minutes 30 minutes M&A and investment related 6 hours 12 hours Terms of use 2 hours 4 hours
What Is a Reasonable Up-Front Deposit for a Contractor? Job SizeDeposit Small 50% Large 10%–20% Custom or specialized Up to 50%
Although you don't have to hire a lawyer, you should. Entering into a legally binding agreement isn't something you should take lightly. Signing a document without fully comprehending the terms or your rights is dangerous. It can lead to significant unintended consequences and time-consuming legal battles.