The document provides a template for analyzing whether an agreement falls under the Statute of Frauds (SOF) and is enforceable. It outlines a 4 step process: 1) determine if the SOF applies to the agreement; 2) check if it is evidenced in writing; 3) evaluate if the writings satisfy SOF requirements; and 4) consider any exceptions. Depending on the answers, an agreement is either enforceable or unenforceable under the SOF.
The document provides a template for analyzing whether an agreement falls under the Statute of Frauds (SOF) and is enforceable. It outlines a 4 step process: 1) determine if the SOF applies to the agreement; 2) check if it is evidenced in writing; 3) evaluate if the writings satisfy SOF requirements; and 4) consider any exceptions. Depending on the answers, an agreement is either enforceable or unenforceable under the SOF.
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The document provides a template for analyzing whether an agreement falls under the Statute of Frauds (SOF) and is enforceable. It outlines a 4 step process: 1) determine if the SOF applies to the agreement; 2) check if it is evidenced in writing; 3) evaluate if the writings satisfy SOF requirements; and 4) consider any exceptions. Depending on the answers, an agreement is either enforceable or unenforceable under the SOF.
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subject to it? 1. If no ²the agreement is enforceable 2. If yes ²the agreement must be in writing
2. Is the agreement evidenced in one or more
writings? 1. If no ²the agreement is unenforceable unless if falls within an exception to the SOF 2. If yes ²go to the next question Statute of Frauds Template
3. Do the writings, alone or together, satisfy the
requirements of the SOF? 1. If yes ²the agreement is enforceable 2. If no ²go to the next question
4. Are there any exceptions to the SOF under
which the agreement falls? 1. If no ²the agreement is unenforceable 2. If yes ²the agreement is enforceable