ChatGPT & contract writing is a combination you should avoid — here's why

Contracts are a crucial component of any business arrangement. They establish the terms and conditions of a deal, protect the interests of both parties, and provide a legal framework for resolving disputes. However, writing contracts can be a complex and time-consuming process, especially for those who are not legal experts. While ChatGPT may seem to offer an easy and quick solution for contract writing, there are significant reasons why you should not be relying on it. In this article, we will explore the risks of using ChatGPT for contract writing and tell you why Docue is a better choice that offers the best of all worlds: saves time while ensuring accuracy.

ChatGPT lacks legal experience

ChatGPT is an AI-powered chatbot and amazing as it is, it cannot provide the same level of legal expertise as a human lawyer. While it is programmed to follow legal guidelines and best practices, it may not be able to address the nuances of your specific situation. This lack of legal experience can lead to errors in your contract, which could have significant legal and financial consequences. With Docue, all our legal templates are drafted by real, UK-based lawyers.

Inaccurate contract language

Another disadvantage of using ChatGPT for contract writing is that it may produce contracts that use inaccurate contract language. ChatGPT is designed to generate standard contracts for common business agreements. However, it may not be able to handle more complex legal issues or unique situations. This means that the contract language generated by ChatGPT may not be suitable for your specific needs, leading to errors or omissions that could render the contract unenforceable.

Limited customisation

While ChatGPT is customisable, it may not be able to provide the same level of customisation as a human lawyer or Docue's unique technology. ChatGPT is programmed to follow a set of rules and guidelines, which means that it may not be able to address the unique needs of your specific situation. This lack of customisation can lead to errors in your contract, which could have significant legal and financial consequences. With Docue, you can easily customise all your legal documents to suit your specific business needs.

Risk of errors

While ChatGPT is designed to be accurate, there is always a risk of errors. If you rely solely on ChatGPT to generate your contract, you may miss important details or clauses that could have significant legal implications. This risk of errors can lead to costly legal battles in the future.

Why Docue is a better choice?

Docue offers a much better solution for contract writing than ChatGPT. Docue is a contract management platform that streamlines the contract creation process while ensuring accuracy by using templates drafted by our team of real-life lawyers. Here are some reasons why Docue is a better choice than ChatGPT:

Saves time

Like ChatGPT, Docue saves time by automating the contract creation process. However, unlike ChatGPT, Docue offers a more comprehensive solution that includes contract management, e-signatures, and analytics. This means that you can create, sign, store, and manage your contracts in one place, saving you time and effort.

Ensures accuracy

Docue is designed to ensure accuracy in contract creation. All our templates are hand-crafted and kept up to date by our in-house team of lawyers. Prompts and info boxes give you legal background and reasoning for clauses, so you are guided through the contract creation process.

Customisable

Docue offers a high degree of customisation, allowing you to tailor your contract to your specific needs. We designed the platform to offer a library of pre-built templates that you can customise to suit your preferences. Or if you want you can, using our tickbox clauses, create your own templates from scratch, ensuring that your contract meets both your specific needs and legal regulations.

Better support

Docue offers better support than ChatGPT. All of our legal templates include guidance throughout the contract creation process that has been drafted by our team of lawyers. Additionally, Docue offers a comprehensive knowledge base that includes articles, podcasts, videos, and tutorials to help you get the most out of the platform - visit the Legal Hub to find out more.

Final Thoughts

While ChatGPT may seem like an attractive option for contract writing, it lacks the legal experience and accuracy required to ensure that your contract is legally sound and enforceable. The risk of errors and lack of customisation makes it a much less reliable option than Docue, which offers the best of all worlds: saves time whilst ensuring accuracy. Docue's contract management platform streamlines the contract creation process while providing a high degree of customisation and accuracy. Additionally, Docue offers a team of legal experts who have provided guidance to support you through the process. When it comes to contracts, it is always best to err on the side of caution and ensure that your agreement is legally sound and enforceable. Choose Docue for a better contract management experience.