Contract Template
Independent Contractor Agreement Template
A contract template for businesses hiring independent contractors.
Contractor Status
This clause confirms the contractor is not an employee.
Taxes and benefits are the contractor's responsibility.
Services
Describe the work the contractor will perform.
Clear scope reduces disputes.
Payment Terms
Define payment amount, schedule, and invoicing process.
Late payment provisions may apply.
Full Template
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INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR AGREEMENT
This Independent Contractor Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into on [DATE] between:
Company: [COMPANY NAME]
Address: [ADDRESS]
and
Contractor: [CONTRACTOR NAME]
Address: [ADDRESS]
1. Services
Contractor will perform the following services:
[DESCRIBE SERVICES]
2. Independent Contractor Relationship
Contractor is an independent contractor and not an employee, agent, or partner of Company. Contractor is responsible for all taxes, insurance, and benefits relating to its personnel.
3. Fees and Payment
Company will pay Contractor:
[FEE TERMS]
Invoices are payable within [15/30] days.
4. Expenses
Only pre-approved reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
5. Confidentiality
Contractor will protect Company's confidential information.
6. Intellectual Property
Ownership of deliverables created under this Agreement will be as follows:
[OWNERSHIP TERMS]
7. Term and Termination
Either party may terminate this Agreement on [14/30] days' written notice, or immediately for material breach not cured within [15/30] days.
8. Limitation of Liability
Neither party will be liable for indirect or consequential damages. Contractor's liability will not exceed [CAP].
9. Governing Law
This Agreement is governed by the laws of [JURISDICTION].
Signed:
________________________
[COMPANY NAME]
________________________
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