Clause Redraft#

Overview#

This skill helps users rewrite unclear, ambiguous, or potentially risky contract clauses into clearer, more balanced language. It provides alternative wording while preserving the intended meaning.

⚠️ Important Disclaimer: This tool provides drafting assistance only. It does not constitute legal advice, nor does it replace professional legal counsel. Always consult a qualified attorney before finalizing contract language.

When to Use This Skill#

• A clause seems unclear or ambiguous
• Language feels one-sided or unbalanced
• You want more professional contract wording
• Translating informal agreements into formal contract language
• Simplifying overly complex legal jargon

Limitations#

• Only provides suggested alternatives, not definitive language
• Cannot assess enforceability under specific jurisdictions
• May not capture all nuances of the original intent
• Not a substitute for professional legal drafting

Workflow#

1. Receive clause text — User provides the clause to be redrafted
2. Identify issues — Analyze for ambiguity, imbalance, or unclear language
3. Generate alternatives — Provide 2-3 alternative versions with different approaches
4. Explain changes — Describe what was changed and why
5. Suggest review — Recommend attorney review for important clauses

Redraft Approaches#

Approach 1: Balanced (Recommended)#

• Fair to both parties
• Clear obligations for each side
• Reasonable protections

Approach 2: Protective (Favorable to you)#

• Stronger protections for your interests
• Still reasonable and enforceable
• May require negotiation

Approach 3: Simple (Plain language)#

• Removes unnecessary legalese
• Easier to understand
• May sacrifice some precision

Common Redraft Scenarios#

Payment Terms#

Before: "Payment due upon completion" After: "Payment due within 30 days of invoice date or within 10 days of acceptance of deliverables, whichever is earlier."

Termination#

Before: "Either party may terminate this agreement at any time." After: "Either party may terminate this agreement with 30 days written notice. Upon termination, Client shall pay for all work completed through the termination date."

Confidentiality#

Before: "All information is confidential forever." After: "Confidential Information shall be held in confidence for a period of 3 years from disclosure, except for trade secrets which shall be protected indefinitely."

Liability#

Before: "Company is not responsible for anything." After: "Company's total liability shall not exceed the total amount paid by Client under this agreement in the 12 months preceding the claim."

Usage#

Basic Redraft#

text

"帮我改写这个条款"
"这句话怎么写更清楚"
"优化一下这个条款"

With Context#

text

"我是乙方，帮我改一下这个条款"
"这个条款太偏向甲方了，改平衡一点"
"用简单的话重说一遍"

Output Format#

For each redraft request:

• Original: The clause as provided
• Issues Identified: What's problematic about the original
• Alternative 1 - Balanced: Fair version
• Alternative 2 - Protective: Version favoring your interests
• Alternative 3 - Simple: Plain language version
• Recommendation: Which version to consider and why

References#

For redrafting templates and patterns, see:

• references/redraft-templates.md — Clause redrafting template library

Privacy Note#

Clause content is processed for redrafting only. No content is stored or transmitted to third parties.