Ever had to escalate a contract point but worried your email would make opposing counsel dig in? By the end of this 10–15 minute micro-lesson you’ll be able to draft escalation-ready redlines and emails that press for resolution without damaging relationships or slowing the deal. The lesson walks you through diplomatic escalation principles, clause-level drafting rules, model cover notes and phrase banks, and quick role-play and drill exercises to practice. Crisp, BigLaw‑grade guidance — annotated clauses, templates, and checklists — so you can act decisively, securely, and with measurable impact on deal momentum.