List and discuss the essential elements of a contract


Contractual elements are: 1. mutual assent; 2. consideration; 3. legality of object; and 4. capacity of the parties. In addition, in a limited number of instances, a contract must be in writing to be enforceable. The parties to a contract must manifest by words or conduct that they have agreed to enter into a contract. The usual method of showing mutual assent is by offer and acceptance. Consideration is the intentional exchange of a legal benefit or legal detriment as an inducement to the other party to make a return exchange. The purpose of a contract must not be criminal, tortious, or otherwise against public policy. The parties to a contract must have contractual capacity. Adjudicated incompetents have no legal capacity to contract. Minors, incompetent persons, and intoxicated persons have limited capacity to contract.

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