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How to Write a Contract with Sora

Writing a contract may seem complex, but with Sora's help, you can significantly simplify this process. Sora, developed by OpenAI, offers artificial intelligence capabilities that can assist you in structuring and formulating legal documents. In this tutorial, we guide you step by step to create a professional contract using Sora as an assistant. Whether you need a service agreement, a non-disclosure agreement, or a commercial contract, you will learn to formulate effective prompts to obtain a clear, structured document tailored to your needs. Note: any AI-generated contract must be reviewed by a legal professional before signing.

Prerequisites

  • 1.Have an OpenAI account with access to Sora
  • 2.Have a clear idea of the desired contract type (service, sale, partnership, etc.)
  • 3.Know the key information of the involved parties (names, addresses, obligations)
  • 4.Prepare a list of essential clauses to include

Steps

1

Define the type and purpose of the contract

Before asking Sora, identify precisely the type of contract you need. Is it a service agreement, a sales contract, a non-disclosure agreement (NDA), or an employment contract? List the involved parties, the subject of the contract, the duration, and the main obligations of each party. This preparation ensures Sora produces a relevant and complete document from the first iteration.

I need to draft a [TYPE_OF_CONTRACT] between [PARTY_A] and [PARTY_B]. The subject of the contract is [DESCRIPTION_OF_SUBJECT]. The planned duration is [DURATION]. The main obligations are: [LIST_OF_OBLIGATIONS]. Generate a complete structure with all essential clauses.

Tip: The more precise you are in your initial description, the more usable the result will be. Feel free to mention the industry to get tailored clauses.
2

Generate the structure and main clauses

Use Sora to produce a complete first draft of the contract. Ask it to include standard sections: identification of parties, subject, duration, reciprocal obligations, financial conditions, termination clauses, confidentiality, force majeure, and competent jurisdiction. Sora will structure the document professionally with clear article numbering.

Draft a complete [TYPE_OF_CONTRACT] in French with the following sections: 1) Identification of parties, 2) Preamble, 3) Subject of the contract, 4) Duration and renewal, 5) Obligations of each party, 6) Financial conditions and payment terms, 7) Confidentiality, 8) Intellectual property, 9) Liability and warranties, 10) Termination, 11) Force majeure, 12) Applicable law and jurisdiction. Use professional but accessible legal language.

Tip: Ask Sora to use a formal legal tone while remaining understandable. Overly complex contracts are often a source of disputes.
3

Customize specific clauses

Once the basic structure is generated, refine each clause according to your specific situation. Ask Sora to modify payment terms, add late penalties, clarify deliverables, or include non-competition clauses. This is the step where you turn a generic contract into a perfectly tailored document.

Modify clause [NUMBER] of the contract to include: [SPECIFIC_DETAILS]. Also add a late penalty clause set at [AMOUNT_OR_PERCENTAGE] per day of delay. Specify that deliverables include: [DETAILED_LIST]. Incorporate a non-competition clause for a duration of [DURATION] in the territory [GEOGRAPHIC_AREA].

Tip: Treat each clause separately for more precise results. You can ask for several versions of the same clause to compare.
4

Check consistency and mandatory provisions

Ask Sora to perform a critical review of the generated contract. It will check consistency between clauses, absence of contradictions, presence of all mandatory legal mentions, and compliance with general principles of French contract law. This step is crucial to avoid obvious legal gaps.

Review the following contract and check: 1) Consistency between all clauses, 2) Absence of contradictions, 3) Presence of mandatory provisions under French law, 4) Any unfair or unbalanced clauses, 5) Ambiguities of wording that could lead to interpretation. Propose corrections for each identified issue.

Tip: Even if Sora identifies inconsistencies, this check does not replace a lawyer's opinion. Use it as a first quality filter.
5

Finalize and format the document

Ask Sora to produce the final version of the contract with professional formatting. Include spaces for signatures, initialed corners on each page, the date and place of signing, and the words 'Read and approved'. Export the document and have it reviewed by a legal professional before signing.

Generate the final version of the contract with professional formatting including: a header with the contract title, page numbering, signature spaces for each party with the words 'Read and approved, good for agreement', the date and place of signing, and mention of the number of original copies. The contract should be ready to print.

Tip: Always plan for at least two original copies. Add a clause stating the contract is made in as many originals as there are parties.

Common mistakes to avoid

  • ✗Using the contract generated by Sora without having it reviewed by a lawyer or qualified legal expert
  • ✗Not checking the contract's compliance with the legislation in force in your jurisdiction
  • ✗Being too vague in prompts, which produces generic clauses unsuitable for your situation
  • ✗Forgetting to include essential clauses such as force majeure, early termination, or personal data protection (GDPR)
  • ✗Copying a contract generated for a different situation without adapting it to the specifics of your agreement

FAQ

Is a contract written with Sora legally valid?
Sora is a writing assistance tool, not a legal advisor. The generated contract is a solid working draft, but it must absolutely be reviewed and validated by a legal professional (lawyer or legal expert) before signing. Legal validity depends on compliance of the content with applicable legislation, which only an expert can guarantee.
What types of contracts can be written with Sora?
Sora can help you draft most common contracts: service agreements, sales contracts, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), employment contracts, commercial leases, subcontracting agreements, partnership agreements, general terms and conditions, and terms of use. For highly specialized contracts (maritime law, international law, mergers and acquisitions), it is recommended to work directly with a specialized lawyer.
How do I ensure the contract complies with the GDPR?
Explicitly ask Sora to include a personal data protection clause compliant with the GDPR. Specify the types of data collected, processing purposes, retention period, and data subject rights. Sora can generate a standard GDPR clause, but check that it matches your actual data processing by consulting the CNIL website for sector-specific requirements.

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