Free Law Firm Working Agreement Template
Law Firm Working Agreement
This Law Firm Working Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into as of [Date], by and between:
[Your Company Name], located at [Your Company Address], represented by [Your Name], [Your Position], hereinafter referred to as "[Your Company Name]",
and
[Partner Law Firm Name], located at [Partner Law Firm Address], represented by [Partner Representative Name], [Partner Representative Position], hereinafter referred to as "[Partner Law Firm Name]".
1. Purpose
The purpose of this Agreement is to establish the terms and conditions under which the parties will collaborate for the mutual benefit of their respective clients and practices.
2. Scope of Work
2.1. Collaborative Services: [Your Company Name] and [Partner Law Firm Name] agree to collaborate on specific legal matters as mutually agreed upon in writing for the benefit of their clients.
2.2. Responsibilities: Each party shall be responsible for providing the services agreed upon with the client, and shall promptly inform the other party of any developments or changes related to the shared matters.
3. Confidentiality
Both parties agree to maintain strict confidentiality regarding any shared client information or matters discussed during the collaboration. This includes but is not limited to client identities, case details, and any other proprietary information.
4. Communication
4.1. Primary Contact: The primary points of contact for each party shall be [Your Representative Name] for [Your Company Name] and [Partner Representative Name] for [Partner Law Firm Name].
4.2. Regular Updates: Both parties shall provide regular updates to each other regarding the progress of shared matters and any relevant developments.
5. Dispute Resolution
In the event of any disputes arising under this Agreement, the parties agree to engage in good faith negotiations to resolve the matter. If resolution cannot be achieved through negotiation, the parties agree to pursue mediation or arbitration as a means of resolving the dispute.
6. Term and Termination
6.1. Term: This Agreement shall commence on the effective date and shall remain in full force and effect until terminated as provided herein.
6.2. Termination: Either party may terminate this Agreement with [number of days] days' written notice to the other party. Upon termination, both parties shall promptly conclude any ongoing matters and return any shared documents or materials to the rightful owner.
7. Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the [State/Country], without regard to its conflict of law principles.
8. Entire Agreement
This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding and agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral, relating to such subject matter.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement as of the date first above written.
[Your Company Name]
By:
Name: [Your Name]
Title: [Your Position]
Date: [Date]
[Partner Law Firm Name]
By:
Name: [Partner Representative Name]
Title: [Partner Representative Position]
Date: [Date]
