Contract Extension

/ˈkɒntrækt ɪkˈstɛnʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) An agreement to prolong the duration or terms of an existing contract beyond its original expiration date.
    The parties agreed to a contract extension to continue services for another year.

Forms

  • contract extensions

Commentary

A contract extension specifically lengthens the term without altering core obligations, distinguishing it from contract modifications which may change substantive terms.

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