Lesson 1, Topic 1 of0

7.3 Essentials of a valid contract

The 10 elements of a valid contract are stated below.

  • Offer and acceptance
  • Lawful object
  • Agreement not expressly declared to be void
  • Intention to create a legal affinity
  • Free consent
  • The capacity of the parties to contract
  • Certainty of meaning
  • Possibility of performance
  • Lawful consideration
  • Legal formalities