Legal Concept Explained

Survival Clause

“A clause that keeps critical rules—like keeping secrets and liability caps—alive even after the business relationship ends.”

Formal Legal Definition

A provision specifying which contract sections (such as confidentiality, indemnification, limitation of liability, and governing law) remain in full legal effect even after the contract terminates or expires.

How It Appears in Actual Contracts

'Sections [Confidentiality], [Limitation of Liability], [Indemnification], and [Governing Law] shall survive any termination or expiration of this Agreement.'

Deep-Dive Clause Guides

Termination Clause (Cause & Convenience)Confidentiality & Non-Disclosure Clause

Contracts Using This Concept

SaaS Agreement & Master Terms of Service Employment Agreement & Executive Contract Master Services Agreement (MSA)

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