Glen and Carol are two architects with separate practices who share office space. Glen decided to purchase $40,000 of custom office furniture for his portion of the office from Sarah. Glen placed his order in a letter to Sarah, written on letterhead that he and Carol shared. The common letterhead identified Glen and Carol as partners in the firm “Glen and Carol Architecture.” Upon receipt of the letter, Sarah called Glen’s office to confirm certain details about the order. As instructed by both Glen and Carol, the receptionist who answered the phone greeted Sarah by saying “Glen and Carol Architecture. How can I help you?” A few months later, Sarah showed up at the office to deliver the furniture order. She was greeted by Carol who told her that Glen had fled the country. Carol refused to accept or pay for the furniture, explaining that she and Glen were not partners. Sarah sues Carol for breach of contract.
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What is the legal issue?
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What is the legal test that applies to the legal issue you have identified.
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Make an argument for the Plaintiff
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Make an argument for the Defendant
