Contract drafting is an essential skill in commercial and corporate law, where clarity, precision, and enforceability are paramount. However, a pervasive problem in legal drafting is the use of overly complex language or unnecessarily lengthy documents. Such drafting practices compromise the fundamental purpose of contracts by creating confusion, increasing the risk of disputes, and escalating transactional costs. This article examines the causes of overly complex and lengthy drafting, the detrimental effects it has on contractual relationships, the critical role lawyers play in correcting these issues, why the problem persists, and practical approaches to improve drafting quality.