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Understanding Mutual Assent in Contract Law Mutual assent is the backbone of every valid contract. Simply put, it means that both parties agree to the same terms at the same time. Without this shared agreement, you don’t have a legally binding contract—just a misunderstanding waiting to happen. Think of mutual assent as a handshake deal, […]