Wednesday, 8 April 2026
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Strengthening Your Contracts in Uncertain Times: The Force Majeure Clause
About this talk
In today’s unpredictable global environment – marked by geopolitical conflicts, wars, pandemics, and supply chain disruptions – businesses are increasingly exposed to risks that were once considered remote. A well-drafted contract can mean the difference between surviving a crisis and facing significant financial or legal exposure.
This one-hour online talk will explore the importance of carefully drafted commercial contracts, with a particular focus on force majeure clauses and other risk allocation mechanisms. Participants will gain practical insights into how businesses can protect themselves against unforeseen disruptions, manage contractual obligations during crises, and ensure their agreements remain robust in an era of heightened uncertainty.
The session will cover recent lessons from global disruptions and provide practical guidance on what businesses should look for when negotiating or reviewing contracts today.
The talk will be delivered over video conference using Zoom.us. You can either view the talk from your web browser or download the Zoom app.
Talk Points
- Learning from recent global events
- Understanding force majeure clauses
- Common drafting pitfalls in force majeure clauses
- Defence strategies and mitigation
Speakers
- Cassandra Nicole Thomazios, Partner, Corporate Practice Group
- Anis Mohd Sohaimi, Senior Associate, Corporate Practice Group
