Legal Question in Entertainment Law in Illinois

Re: modeling contract validity

In my opinion, a third party signature, as you

have described, is not necessary. Contracts

can be very complex and sometimes those that

appear simple are loaded with problems for the

unsuspecting party who did not prepare it. I

suggests that you get a lawyer to look over it.

In my 21 years of practicing law, many clients who come to me with problems that could have

been avoided had they gotten a lawyer to read

over the contract before the signed it. Anyone

who signs a contract should beware of everything

that the contract says. I will be happy to

discuss this with you further.

Re: modeling contract validity

Unless the document is a will or marriage license or something like that, you don't need a third party signature. In general, all that is needed for a valid, enforceable contract is an offer, acceptance of that offer, and consideration (some type of exchange). With some exceptions like if one of the parties is a minor, if you have those elements, you have an enforceable contract.