What is a “Savings Clause” in a Contract?

March 21, 2023by Jeffrey Davis

A savings clause in a contract is a provision that is included to ensure that if one part of the contract is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the rest of the contract will still remain in effect.

The purpose of a savings clause is to prevent the entire contract from being invalidated due to the failure of one specific provision. Without a savings clause, the entire contract might be deemed unenforceable if a court finds that one part of it violates the law or is otherwise unenforceable. By including a savings clause, the parties can be sure that the rest of the contract will still be valid and enforceable even if one part is struck down.

A typical savings clause might state something like: “If any provision of this contract is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.”