Letter of intent

[1] A LOI may sometimes be interpreted by a court of law as binding the parties to it if it too-closely resembles a formal contract and does not contain a clear disclaimer.

The Abbey's position was undermined in the absence of a contract, and Turner and Townsend had breached their duty of care in leaving the trust exposed without contractual protection.

These letters often act as a pivotal decider for admission committees looking to understand an applicant's academic and professional goals, and their fit within the program.

[8] School administrators in secondary education often require a letter of intent before approving the formation of a student club.

[citation needed] In the solicitation of US government grants, a letter of intent is highly encouraged, but it is not required or binding, and does not enter into the review of a subsequent application.