Legal Client Service Agreement
Legal Client Service Agreement
This Agreement is made effective as of [Date], by and between [Your Company Name], a corporation organized and existing under the laws of [State/Country], with its principal place of business located at [Your Company Address] ("Service Provider"), and [Client Name] ("Client"). Both Service Provider and Client shall be collectively referred to as the "Parties" and individually as a "Party").
WHEREAS, Client desires to engage Service Provider to provide legal services, and Service Provider agrees to render such services under the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.
WHEREAS, the purpose of this Agreement is to outline the scope of the legal services to be provided, the terms of compensation, and other essential terms and conditions governing the professional relationship between Client and Service Provider.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the Parties agree as follows:
I. Scope of Services
A. Services Provided: Service Provider shall provide Client with legal services as described in the attached Exhibit A, which outlines the specific tasks and responsibilities Service Provider agrees to undertake.
B. Changes to Services: Any changes or additions to the services described in Exhibit A must be made in writing and signed by both parties.
II. Fees and Payment Terms
A. Fee Structure: Client agrees to compensate Service Provider at a rate of $200 per hour for services rendered, unless otherwise agreed upon in writing for fixed-rate services.
B. Invoices: Service Provider shall invoice Client on a monthly basis. Invoices are due and payable within 30 days of receipt.
C. Expenses: Client is responsible for direct costs and expenses incurred by Service Provider in connection with providing the services, including but not limited to filing fees, courier services, and travel expenses. Service Provider will provide Client with an itemized list of expenses with each invoice.
D. Late Payment: Payments not received within 30 days of the invoice date will incur a late fee of 1.5% per month on the outstanding balance.
III. Duration of Agreement
A. Effective Date: This Agreement shall commence on the date first written above and shall continue in effect for a period of 12 months.
B. Renewal: This Agreement will automatically renew for successive 12-month periods unless either party provides written notice of its intention not to renew at least 30 days prior to the end of the then-current term.
C. Termination: Either party may terminate this Agreement at any time with 60 days written notice to the other party. In the event of termination, Client is responsible for payment of all services rendered and expenses incurred up to the date of termination.
IV. Confidentiality
A. Confidential Information: Both parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of all confidential information exchanged during the term of this Agreement and for a period of 5 years thereafter. Confidential information includes any data, documents, and materials related to the business practices, proprietary information, client data, and trade secrets.
B. Exceptions: Confidential information does not include information that is publicly known, independently developed, or rightfully received from third parties outside of this Agreement.
V. Conflict of Interest
A. Disclosure: Service Provider agrees to disclose any current or potential conflicts of interest relating to its obligations under this Agreement upon becoming aware of such a conflict.
B. Resolution: In the event of a conflict of interest, Service Provider agrees to take all necessary steps to resolve the conflict in a manner that protects the Client's interests and in accordance with professional and ethical standards.
VI. Dispute Resolution
A. Negotiation: In the event of a dispute arising under this Agreement, the parties agree to first attempt to resolve the dispute through good faith negotiation.
B. Mediation: If the dispute cannot be resolved through negotiation within 30 days, the parties agree to attempt to mediate the dispute with the assistance of a mutually agreed-upon mediator.
C. Arbitration: If mediation fails to resolve the dispute, the parties agree that the dispute shall be resolved by binding arbitration conducted in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitration shall take place in the jurisdiction where the Service Provider's office is located, and the decision of the arbitrator(s) shall be final and binding on both parties.
D. Litigation: Both parties retain the right to seek injunctive relief from a court of competent jurisdiction in the event of a breach of confidentiality or infringement of intellectual property rights.
VII. Termination
A. Notice of Termination: Either party may terminate this Agreement upon providing 60 days written notice to the other party.
B. Immediate Termination: Either party may terminate this Agreement immediately upon written notice if the other party breaches any term of this Agreement and fails to cure such breach within 30 days after receiving written notice of the breach.
C. Obligations upon Termination: Upon termination, Client shall pay Service Provider for all services rendered and expenses incurred up to the termination date. Service Provider shall return all Client materials and confidential information.
VIII. Liability and Indemnification
A. Limitation of Liability: Service Provider's liability under this Agreement shall be limited to the amount of fees paid by Client to Service Provider during the 12 months prior to the event giving rise to the claim.
B. Indemnification by Client: Client agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Service Provider from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from Client's misuse of the services provided under this Agreement.
C. Indemnification by Service Provider: Service Provider agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Client from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from Service Provider's negligence or willful misconduct.
IX. Miscellaneous Provisions
A. Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of [State/Country], without regard to its conflict of laws principles.
B. Entire Agreement: This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior understandings, agreements, or representations.
C. Amendments: Any amendments to this Agreement must be in writing and signed by both parties.
D. Severability: If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
E. Assignment: Neither party may assign this Agreement without the prior written consent of the other party.
Signatures
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the Effective Date first above written.
Client
[Signature]
[Name]
[Title]
[Date]
Service Provider
[Signature]
[Name]
[Title]
[Date]
