An episode packed with insights to make you feel like a contract guru. Whether you're negotiating with a caterer or deciphering a DJ's terms, you will be equipped with the knowledge to tackle those contracts with confidence.

This is an episode for those of you in the Middle Phase of Planning. 

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Topics We Covered

• Legal terminology in plain English
• Why are contracts so long?
• What does Indemnity mean?
• Why can vendors keep the deposit / retainer?
• What’s the difference between a deposit and retainer?
• Let’s break down Liability
• Right to use photos / video
• What does Force Majeure mean? 
• Cancellation and rescheduling
• Who signs it if we are not paying? 
• 2 types of Insurance you need for your wedding

About Our Guests

KUNBI ODUBOGUN, ESQ. (SHE/HER) — CO-FOUNDER AND PARTNER

Kunbi Odubogun is a business attorney, speaker, and digital media expert with over 12 years experience in the creative and legal industries. 

LEAH WEINBERG, ESQ. (SHE/HER) — CO-FOUNDER AND PARTNER

Leah Weinberg is an attorney, a recovering wedding planner, and the author of The Wedding Roller Coaster.

Links We Referenced

Leah on IG 

Kunbi on IG 

Oduberg Law on IG

https://perfete.com/

https://legallyset.com/

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Hosted and produced by Michelle Martinez

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