contract validity
[/ˈkɒntrækt vəˈlɪdɪti/]
noun
validade do contrato
1. The legal quality of a contract being binding, enforceable, and meeting all requirements of law
The contract validity depends on whether all parties had legal capacity to sign.
A validade do contrato depende se todas as partes tinham capacidade legal para assinar.
2. The state of a contract remaining in force and effect according to its terms
We must verify the contract validity before proceeding with the transaction.
Devemos verificar a validade do contrato antes de prosseguir com a transação.
3. Compliance with essential legal elements such as offer, acceptance, consideration, and legality
The attorney questioned the contract validity due to lack of consideration.
O advogado questionou a validade do contrato devido à falta de contraprestação.
In Brazilian law, contract validity is a fundamental concept governed by the Civil Code (Código Civil). Both Brazil and Portugal use formal legal frameworks derived from Roman law traditions. In the USA, contract validity varies by state law but follows common law principles. This is a technical legal term essential in business transactions across all English and Portuguese-speaking jurisdictions.
Related Idioms & Phrases
The contract is valid and binding
Question the validity of a contract
Ensure contract validity before signing
Contract validity is subject to conditions
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