Fixed-Term

/ˌfɪkstˈtɜrm/

Definitions

  1. (adj.) Relating to an agreement, contract, or employment set for a predetermined duration with a specified end date.
    She was employed under a fixed-term contract lasting two years.

Commentary

Used primarily to specify the limited duration of agreements, it is critical to draft fixed-term clauses clearly to avoid unintended extensions or conversions to indefinite terms.

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