Contract recitals are statements that provide background information about the intent of a contract. They are located in the introductory part of a contract.Incorporation of recitals is a legal term used to describe the inclusion of introductory statements or clauses (recitals) in an agreement. Contract recitals, often found at the beginning of legal agreements, set the stage for the document's purpose and context. Most contracts contain, after the title and parties block but before the body text, a group of paragraphs known as the preamble, recitals or whereas clauses. "Deed" has the meaning ascribed to it in the Preamble. "2019 Deed of Settlement" has the meaning ascribed to it in the Recitals. The recitals should be correct, relevant and brief. Recitals may not be needed in certain agreements. The fees for services under this Contract shall be due as set forth in Exhibit "B" within thirty.