In today’s fast-paced commercial environment, the ability to understand and draft clear, enforceable agreements is no longer the sole domain of lawyers. Business executives, contract managers, procurement teams and other professionals are often at the frontlines of negotiations and deal structuring, yet many lack the legal training to confidently navigate contractual language. This course is intended to help bridge that gap. While qualified lawyers are necessary for complex or high-value transactions, Legal Writing & Drafting for Non-Legal Professionals is a comprehensive, hands-on programme designed to demystify contract law and equip participants with the tools to draft, review and manage contracts and legal documents with greater clarity and precision. This course blends foundational legal concepts with real-world drafting exercises, making it a practical solution for professionals who interact with contracts but are not fully qualified lawyers.
Karen is a seasoned legal consultant with over 20 years of in-house counsel experience in the oil & gas and construction industries, including roles at Saipem Asia and Sime Darby Berhad. A specialist in upstream and midstream contracting, she has advised on major projects like the Bakun Dam and negotiated with global players such as ExxonMobil, Total, and Maersk. Karen has led successful arbitrations, built high-performing legal teams, and now consults on contract law while training professionals at Brickfields Asia College. Her workshops on contract drafting, EPC risk, and oil & gas law are known for being practical, engaging, and impactful.
Participants will gain:
A clear understanding of contract law fundamentals
Practical skills to draft, review, and revise commercial agreements
Techniques for identifying and managing legal risk
Confidence in navigating legal language in contracts
Real-world experience through hands-on drafting exercises
No legal background is required. The course is specifically tailored for non-lawyers who need to work with contracts in a business or project environment.
This course focuses on practical application rather than academic theory. It is tailored to non-legal professionals who deal with contracts in everyday business settings. The training demystifies legal jargon and emphasizes clarity, risk awareness, and commercial relevance.
Yes, all participants who complete the course will receive a Certificate of Completion, which can be added to resumes or professional profiles.
