About Before You Sign
We're making contract analysis accessible to everyone through AI technology. Understand what you're agreeing to before you commit.
Our Mission
Every day, people sign contracts they don't fully understand. Employment agreements with buried non-competes. Freelance contracts with impossible IP clauses. Leases with hidden fees. NDAs that overreach. The consequences can follow you for years.
We built Before You Sign to close the gap between hiring a contract lawyer ($200–500/hour) and signing blind. Using advanced AI, we analyze contracts in minutes and explain your rights in plain English—so you can make informed decisions before you sign.
What We Believe
Plain English
Legal jargon exists to confuse you. We translate everything into language you can actually understand and act on.
On Your Side
We advocate for the person signing, not the company, landlord, or employer who drafted the contract.
Empowerment
Knowledge is power. We give you the information you need to negotiate better terms and protect your rights.
The $500/Hour Problem
Traditional attorney review costs hundreds of dollars and takes days. Most people skip it entirely and sign blindly—hoping for the best but risking the worst.
Contracts We Analyze
Residential Leases
Security deposits, hidden fees, tenant rights, and state-specific rental laws.
Employment Contracts
Compensation, benefits, termination clauses, and intellectual property rights.
Non-Competes
Enforceability by state, scope limitations, duration, and how to negotiate.
Freelance Agreements
Payment terms, IP ownership, scope creep protection, and contractor rights.
NDAs
Mutual vs one-way, confidentiality scope, duration, and common red flags.
Severance Agreements
Release clauses, benefits continuation, non-disparagement, and negotiation leverage.
Offer Letters
At-will status, equity vesting, signing bonus clawbacks, and start date terms.
Prenuptial Agreements
Asset protection, enforceability requirements, and state-specific rules.
Commercial Leases
CAM charges, build-out allowances, assignment rights, and lease terms.
Our Technology
Advanced AI Models
We use state-of-the-art AI including Claude and GPT models to analyze contract documents with high accuracy.
Jurisdiction-Specific Analysis
Our AI is trained on contract laws from all 50 states to provide location-specific insights that actually matter.
Continuous Learning
We constantly improve our AI models based on new contract patterns and legal updates.
Secure Processing
Your contract documents are processed securely with industry-standard encryption.
Important Disclaimer
Before You Sign provides educational information to help you understand contracts. We are not a law firm and this is not legal advice. For complex situations, disputes, or high-stakes contracts, we recommend consulting with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction. Laws change frequently—always verify current statutes before making major decisions.
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