Free Legal Client Retainer Contract Template
LEGAL CLIENT RETAINER CONTRACT
This Legal Client Retainer Contract ("Contract") is entered into between [Your Company Name], hereinafter referred to as the "Firm," and [Client Name], hereinafter referred to as the "Client," effective as of [Date].
1. Scope of Representation:
The Firm agrees to provide legal services to the Client related to corporate contract drafting and negotiation. The scope of representation is outlined in further detail in Exhibit A attached hereto.
2. Retainer Fee:
The Client agrees to pay a retainer fee of [Amount in Currency] upon execution of this Contract. The retainer fee shall be deposited into the Firm's trust account and will be applied towards payment for legal services rendered by the Firm. The Client understands that additional fees may be required beyond the retainer fee, as outlined in Section 3.
3. Billing Rates:
The Firm's billing rates for legal services beyond the scope of the retainer shall be as follows: an hourly rate of $[Amount] for attorney services, with paralegal services billed at $[Amount] per hour. The Client agrees to pay for such additional services in accordance with the Firm's billing policies, as set forth in Exhibit B attached hereto.
4. Payment Terms:
Payment for legal services rendered beyond the retainer fee shall be due within [Number] days of the Client's receipt of the Firm's invoice. Late payments may be subject to interest charges as outlined in Exhibit B.
5. Termination Clause:
Either party may terminate this Contract upon [Number] days' written notice to the other party. In the event of termination, the Client shall remain responsible for payment of any fees for services rendered prior to the effective date of termination.
6. Conflicts of Interest:
The Client acknowledges that the Firm may represent other clients whose interests may be adverse to those of the Client. The Firm agrees to comply with all applicable rules of professional conduct regarding conflicts of interest.
7. Responsibilities of Both Parties:
The Client agrees to provide the Firm with all necessary information and cooperation to facilitate the provision of legal services. The Firm agrees to represent the Client diligently and competently in accordance with applicable law and ethical standards.
8. Communication:
The parties agree to communicate promptly and effectively with each other regarding all matters related to the representation. The Client understands that communication via email or telephone may not be secure and agrees to assume any risks associated with such communication.
9. Confidentiality:
The Firm agrees to maintain the confidentiality of all information provided by the Client in connection with the representation, subject to any exceptions required by law.
10. Governing Law:
This Contract shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Jurisdiction], without regard to its conflict of laws principles.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Contract as of the date first above written.
[Your Company Name]
By:
Representative Name:
Title:
[Client Name]
By:
Client Name:
Date:
Attachments:
Exhibit A: Scope of Representation
Exhibit B: Billing Policies
