Amendment by Common Paper
Updated 17 October 2025
This document is a template designed to create an amendment to an existing agreement. It includes step-by-step instructions for filling in details about the original contract, specifying the modifications, and completing the signature blocks for two parties. This template facilitates the formal alteration of terms within a previously established legal agreement.
How to set up an amendment
Fill in details about the original agreement using the area labeled “Agreement”.
Write out what you are amending it and what the new language says. Try to keep one topic per line.
Don’t forget to enter your company’s information in the signature block at the end.
Remove this first page.
Send to your counterparty for review and signature.
Amendment
The parties identified below agree to the following:
Agreement | This Amendment modifies the [ agreement name ] between [ Party 1 ] and [ Party 2 ], with an Effective Date of [ date ]. |
Amendment Date | The modifications in this Amendment will take effect on [ amendment effective date ] |
[ topic / Variable ] | [ details about what is being changed ] |
By signing this Amendment, each party agrees to enter into this Amendment as of the Amendment Date.
PARTY 1: [company name] | PARTY 2: [company name] | |
Signature | ||
Print Name | ||
Title | ||
Notice Address | ||
Date |
About this template
What is this template?
Amendment by Common Paper is a free, ready-to-use Contract law template you can open, customize, and download on GitLaw. It gives you a professionally structured starting point, so you never have to draft from a blank page. The wording is plain and modern, organized into clear sections that are easy to read, edit, and adapt to your own situation before you share or sign it.
When should you use it?
Reach for this Contract law template whenever you need a reliable agreement quickly and want to be sure the essentials are covered. It suits individuals, freelancers, startups, and established businesses alike. Instead of paying for a document drafted from scratch, you can start here, tailor the details to your arrangement, and have a polished draft ready in minutes. Always review the final wording against the laws that apply where you live or do business.
What's typically included?
A well-drafted Contract law usually sets out the parties involved, the scope of the agreement, and each side's rights and responsibilities. Expect sections covering key terms and definitions, how long the agreement lasts, how it can be ended, and what happens if something goes wrong. This template brings those building blocks together in a sensible order, so you can focus on the specifics rather than worrying about what to include. Open it to read the full document, then sign up to edit, negotiate, and e-sign it directly in GitLaw.