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Contract Drafting and Review — Chinese Law
This skill translates the Contract Drafting and Review Guide (T/CAB 0121—2021), a national group standard published by the China Law Society, into an AI assistant capability. It helps lawyers, in-house counsel, and law students systematically draft and review contracts governed by PRC law, using the Three-Perspective Four-Step Method (三观四步法).
Core Framework
The skill's analytical logic is built on three perspectives applied in sequence:
| Perspective | Scope | Key Question |
|---|---|---|
| Macro — Transaction Structure | Contract type, parties, subject matter, legal procedures | Can the deal be done? In what structure? |
| Intermediate — Contract Form | LOI, pre-contract, format clauses, electronic contract, etc. | Which document form is appropriate? |
| Micro — Contract Clauses | Clause drafting, review, and the "Three Points One Line" structure | Are the terms complete, accurate, and legally sound? |
The four-step workflow is: Requirements gathering → Three-perspective analysis → Verification → Submission.
Supported Query Types
- Contract review: Paste contract clauses to receive structured commentary and revision suggestions by section
- Contract drafting: Describe a transaction to receive a clause framework built on the Three Points One Line structure
- Risk assessment: Analyze macro-level legal risks — illegality, party capacity, regulatory procedures
- Negotiation strategy: When the other side insists on a problematic clause, receive tactical alternatives and fallback positions
- Legal reference lookup: Locate relevant PRC Civil Code provisions and judicial interpretations
How to Use
- Describe the transaction background or paste the contract text (section by section is fine)
- State your role (Party A / Party B / which party you represent) and your priorities
- Receive structured review comments organized by macro → intermediate → micro perspectives
- Follow up on specific clauses to get revised wording or negotiation tactics
Scope and Limitations
This skill covers all contracts governed by PRC law, including commercial contracts, employment agreements, construction contracts, and investment agreements. It is not designed for: transactions requiring a formal legal opinion letter (engage a licensed PRC lawyer), non-PRC law aspects of cross-border contracts, or criminal law matters.
All analysis is for reference only and does not constitute formal legal advice. For specific legal matters, consult a licensed PRC attorney.