Client Engagement Legal Contract
Client Engagement Legal Contract
This Client Engagement Legal Contract ("Agreement") is entered into as of [Month, Day, Year], by and between [Your Company Name], a LLC, Corporation organized under the laws of [State/Country], with its principal place of business located at [Your Company Address] ("Service Provider"), and [Client's Name], a LLC, Corporation organized under the laws of [State/Country], with its principal place of business located at [Client's Address] ("Client").
1. Services
[Your Company Name] (the "Service Provider") agrees to provide [Client Name] (the "Client") with the following services ("Services"):
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Consultation and Strategy Development: The Service Provider will offer expert advice and develop strategic plans tailored to the Client's needs and objectives in their respective industry.
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Implementation and Management of Solutions: This includes the execution of strategies developed, management of operations or processes, and monitoring of outcomes to ensure alignment with the agreed objectives.
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Technical Support and Maintenance: The Service Provider will provide ongoing technical support, including troubleshooting, maintenance, and updates to any software or systems implemented as part of the Services.
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Training and Capacity Building: To ensure the Client's team can effectively utilize and manage the implemented solutions, the Service Provider will offer comprehensive training sessions and materials.
These Services will be provided in accordance with the terms outlined in this Agreement and any attachments or schedules hereto.
2. Term
The term of this Agreement shall commence on [Month, Day, Year] and shall continue in full force and effect until [Month, Day, Year], unless terminated earlier as provided herein.
This Agreement may be terminated by either party upon [number] days written notice to the other party. Additionally, this Agreement may be terminated immediately upon the occurrence of any of the following: a material breach of this Agreement by either party that is not cured within [number] days of written notice of such breach; insolvency or bankruptcy of either party; or by mutual agreement of the parties.
3. Payment
3.1 Fees: The Client agrees to pay the Service Provider a fee of $[Amount] for the Services, payable according to the following schedule: [Payment Schedule].
3.2 Expenses: The Client will reimburse the Service Provider for reasonable and pre-approved out-of-pocket expenses directly related to the Services.
3.3 Late Payments: Any late payments will incur a late fee of [Percentage] per month on the outstanding balance.
4. Payment
The Client agrees to compensate the Service Provider for the Services rendered as follows: [Detailed Payment Terms]. Payment shall be due within [number of days] days of receipt of the invoice from the Service Provider. Late payments shall incur a late fee of [percentage] per month on the outstanding balance.
5. Confidentiality
Both parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of all proprietary information, trade secrets, and other sensitive information of the other party to which they are exposed during the term of this Agreement. This obligation shall survive the termination of this Agreement.
6. Intellectual Property
All intellectual property created, developed, or delivered under this Agreement by [Your Company Name] (the "Service Provider") in the course of providing the Services shall be the sole and exclusive property of [Client Name] (the "Client"), except where explicitly agreed upon in writing by both parties. This includes, but is not limited to, documents, data, plans, software, trademarks, patents, and other materials.
Any pre-existing intellectual property used by the Service Provider in performing the Services shall remain the property of its respective owner, with the Client obtaining a license to use such intellectual property as necessary for the intended purpose outlined in this Agreement. Both parties agree to execute any documents necessary to effectuate the ownership and use rights described herein.
7. Liability and Indemnification
The Service Provider shall not be liable for any indirect, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with this Agreement, including but not limited to, loss of profit, revenue, or data, whether in an action in contract, tort, or otherwise, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. The liability of the Service Provider under this Agreement for any direct damages shall not exceed the total amount paid by the Client to the Service Provider for the Services that are the subject of the claim.
Both parties agree to indemnify and hold each other harmless from and against any and all claims, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) resulting from their respective breaches of this Agreement. This indemnification obligation shall survive the termination or expiration of this Agreement.
8. Dispute Resolution
Any disputes arising under or in connection with this Agreement shall first be attempted to be resolved through good faith negotiations between the parties. If unresolved, disputes shall be submitted to arbitration under the rules of the American Arbitration Association's Commercial Arbitration Rules at a location agreed upon by both parties.
9. Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the [State/Country], without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of law. Any disputes, controversies, or claims arising out of or in connection with this Agreement, including the validity, invalidity, breach, or termination thereof, shall be settled by arbitration in accordance with the American Arbitration Association's Commercial Arbitration Rules and shall be conducted in [Location].
The arbitration shall be conducted by a single arbitrator mutually agreed upon by both parties or, in the absence of such agreement, appointed in accordance with the arbitration rules mentioned above. The language to be used in the arbitral proceedings shall be English. The decision of the arbitrator shall be final and binding upon the parties, and the award rendered by the arbitrator may be entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof.
10. Termination
This Agreement may be terminated by either [Your Company Name] ("Service Provider") or [Client Name] ("Client") under the following conditions:
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By Mutual Agreement: Both parties may mutually agree in writing at any time to terminate this Agreement, with immediate effect upon signing of such agreement.
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For Cause: Either party may terminate this Agreement for cause if the other party breaches any material term or condition of this Agreement and fails to cure such breach within thirty (30) days after receipt of written notice of the same. Breach of confidentiality, failure to pay for services rendered, and violation of laws or regulations are considered material breaches.
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For Convenience: Either party may terminate this Agreement without cause upon providing the other party with at least sixty (60) days written notice.
Upon termination, the Client shall pay the Service Provider for all Services performed up to the date of termination, plus any additional costs incurred as a result of the termination. Any provisions of this Agreement that by their nature should survive termination will remain in effect after termination, including but not limited to confidentiality obligations, payment obligations, and intellectual property rights.
11. Entire Agreement
This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral, relating to the subject matter of this Agreement.
12. Amendments and Waiver
No amendment, change, or modification of this Agreement shall be valid unless in writing and signed by both parties. The failure of either party to enforce any provision of this Agreement shall not be construed as a waiver or limitation of that party's right to subsequently enforce and compel strict compliance with every provision of this Agreement.
13. SIGNATURES:
Service Provider:
[Your Company Name]
(signature)
[Your Name] [Your Job Title]
Client:
[Client's Company Name]
(signature)
[Client's Representative Name and Title]
