{"id":27324,"date":"2019-12-19T19:02:32","date_gmt":"2019-12-19T13:32:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/?p=27324"},"modified":"2019-12-27T18:02:42","modified_gmt":"2019-12-27T12:32:42","slug":"overview-of-the-format-of-memorandum-of-understanding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/overview-of-the-format-of-memorandum-of-understanding\/","title":{"rendered":"Comprehension of the Format of Memorandum of Understanding"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is a document between two or more parties that explains the proposed agreement between them. It is not legally binding but signals the readiness of the parties to move ahead with a contract. &nbsp;This document is the starting point for negotiations as it defines the scope and purpose of the talks. MOUs are used to measure the intention of the parties involved before any official deal is signed between them. MOU is also known as a &lsquo;letter of intent&rsquo;. In this blog, you will get an overall understanding of the format of <a href=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/memorandum-of-understanding\">Memorandum of Understanding<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Features of Memorandum of Understanding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Individuals and organizations use <a href=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/memorandum-of-understanding\">MOUs<\/a> in a variety of situations. Some of the important features of the Memorandum of Understanding are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>An MOU specifies the name and other details of\nthe parties between whom memorandum of understanding is signed.<\/li><li>It includes the purpose and the goals for which\nthe memorandum is being signed.<\/li><li>Memorandum of Understanding also specifies the\nplan for the meetings between the two parties. <\/li><li>The amount of capital contribution to be made by\nboth parties is also included in the memorandum.<\/li><li>The memorandum also decides the persons who are going\nto take care of the day to day operations and keep the financial records of the\nfuture business or program.<\/li><li>Once the memorandum is prepared and agreed upon\nby both the parties, it is signed by the authorized individuals representing\neach party.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to write an MOU?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>MOUs have a very distinctive drafting process. Following is\nthe process of drafting an MOU:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>The first step is to determine the wants of the parties involved and what they are willing to negotiate on.<\/li><li>Once the planning is done, the second step is to draft the initial MOU. Both the parties involved drafting their initial MOU.<\/li><li>The third step is the negotiation phase in which guidelines are set by both the parties as per their requirements.<\/li><li>Once negotiations are completed, a timeline for MOU is established. An overall timeline from the effect of Memorandum of Understanding until its expiry date is decided.<\/li><li>The final step in drafting an MOU is to add restrictions, privacy statements, etc. by both the parties involved and then sign the final MOU.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Legality of MOU<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally, MOU has no legal binding. However, if there is an\nexchange of money, then it may have legal implications. In order to be legally\nbinding, MOUs must include the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>All the parties involved in the memorandum should be listed by their legal name, address, and business.<\/li><li>MOU must identify itself as an MOU and not as a contract.<\/li><li>For an MOU to be legally binding, it should clearly identify the purpose of the agreement. Moreover, a separate section of the intentions and goals of each party should be listed.<\/li><li>The financial obligations of both parties should be decided. <\/li><li>Finally, all the parties involved should sign the MOU.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use of Language in Memorandum of Understanding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Language is the crucial factor that determines whether the MOU is legally binding or not. If the language used in MOU outlines the terms of the offer and is backed by considerations, then MOU will function as a legally enforceable contract. However, if it is clearly mentioned in the Memorandum that &ldquo;This memorandum is no way a legally enforceable contract between parties mentioned above&rdquo; there won&rsquo;t be any legal binding. Therefore the use of language while drafting the format of Memorandum of Understanding becomes important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What should be included in the Format of Memorandum of Understanding?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The content of the format of Memorandum of understanding includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Purpose of entering into MOU.<\/li><li>Responsibilities of both the parties involved in\nMOU.<\/li><li>Meetings and the manner of reporting<\/li><li>Technical and financial support<\/li><li>Any sort of monetary consideration, if involved<\/li><li>The person who is going to be responsible for\nmanaging the future operations<\/li><li>Duration of MOU, from beginning till it expires<\/li><li>Confidentiality clause between the parties\ninvolved<\/li><li>Any sort of conditions which may drive the MOU\ntowards termination<\/li><li>Indemnity Clause etc<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stamp Duty on MOU<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally, no stamp duty is payable on MOU. However, if an MOU\nincorporates an agreement to buy any immovable <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Property&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Property refers to the legal designation of ownership over valuable items or assets held by an individual or a business. This ownership grants the holder certain legal rights to use, consume,(...)&lt;\/div&gt;\"  href=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/terms\/property\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'>property<\/a> worth more than Rs 100,\nit needs to be stamped before producing it in the court. A document on which stamp\nduty is paid, it can be admitted as evidence in the court. The document which\nis not properly stamped is not accepted as evidence by the court.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>MOUs play an essential role in the business world. MOUs\nusually do not involve any exchange of money. Generally, MOUs are not legally\nbinding. However, if there is an exchange of money it is considered as a\nlegally binding contract.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is a document between two or more parties that explains the proposed agreement between them. 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