Order of Performance

/ˈɔːrdər əv pərˌfɔːrməns/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A legally agreed or prescribed sequence in which contractual obligations or actions are to be performed.
    The contract specified the order of performance to avoid disputes between parties.

Forms

  • orders of performance

Commentary

This term is crucial in contract law to clarify the sequencing of duties, reducing ambiguity and the risk of breach.

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