Free Law Firm Agency Contract Template
Law Firm Agency Contract
This Contract is made this [day] day of [month], [year], by and between [Your Company Name], a corporation incorporated under the laws of [Incorporation State/Country] with its principal office located at [Your Company Address], hereinafter referred to as the "Agent", and [Client's Name], a corporation incorporated under the laws of [Incorporation State/Country] with its principal office located at [Client Address], hereinafter referred to as the "Client".
WHEREAS, the Client is desirous of retaining the services of the Agent to perform legal services as hereinafter described, and the Agent agrees to provide such services under the terms and conditions set forth herein;
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and promises herein contained, the parties hereto agree as follows:
1. Engagement of Services
The Client hereby engages the Agent, and the Agent agrees to render legal services to the Client as may be assigned from time to time by the Client. The Agent agrees to provide these services in a professional and timely manner and to maintain communication with the Client regarding progress and developments in the assigned matters.
2. Scope of Services
The legal services provided by the Agent shall encompass a comprehensive array of legal tasks tailored to meet the specific needs of the Client, including but not limited to the following:
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Conducting thorough legal research and analysis pertinent to the Client’s cases.
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Drafting, reviewing, and advising on legal documents such as contracts, agreements, wills, and legal briefs.
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Representation in negotiations and court proceedings, ensuring diligent preparation and robust advocacy.
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Provision of strategic legal advice tailored to the Client’s particular circumstances and objectives.
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Compliance and regulatory advice to ensure that the Client’s operations adhere to the latest laws and regulations.
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Crisis management services, offering immediate legal responses in urgent situations to mitigate potential legal issues.
Each task will be pursued with due diligence and commitment to achieving the best outcomes for the Client under the prevailing laws.
3. Fees and Payment
a. The Agent shall charge the Client a fee based on the following structure:
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Hourly Rate: The Agent's hourly rate shall be $[rate] per hour for services rendered.
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Fixed Fee: For certain services, a fixed fee may be agreed upon in advance between the Client and the Agent.
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Contingency Fee: For cases undertaken on a contingency basis, the Agent will receive a percentage of the recovery or settlement.
b. Expenses: The Client will also reimburse the Agent for reasonable and necessary expenses incurred in connection with the services provided. These expenses may include court fees, travel expenses, costs for expert witnesses, and other third-party charges.
c. Invoices: The Agent will send monthly invoices to the Client detailing the hours worked and expenses incurred. Payment is due within thirty (30) days of the invoice date.
4. Term and Termination
This Contract shall commence on the effective date first written above and shall remain in full force until completion of the services contracted for under this Contract unless terminated earlier by either party. Termination of this Contract may occur under the following conditions:
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By either party upon thirty (30) days written notice if the other party breaches any of its material responsibilities or obligations under this Contract and fails to cure such breach during that thirty (30) day period.
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Automatically, without notice, if either party becomes insolvent, files for any form of bankruptcy, or makes an assignment for the benefit of creditors.
5. Confidentiality
The Agent acknowledges that during the engagement, it will have access to and become acquainted with various trade secrets, inventions, innovations, processes, information, records, and specifications owned or licensed by the Client and/or used by the Client in connection with the operation of its business including, without limitation, the Client’s business and product processes, methods, customer lists, accounts, and procedures. The Agent agrees to preserve and protect the confidentiality of all such information and to use it only as necessary to perform the duties under this Contract.
6. Conflict of Interest
The Agent represents that it has no business, professional, personal, or other interest, including, but not limited to, representation of other clients, which would be in conflict with the Client’s assignment(s). The Agent agrees to promptly inform the Client of any potential conflicts of interest that may arise during the fulfillment of this Contract.
7. Liability
The Agent agrees to perform all services under this Contract with promptness and due care and shall exercise sound professional judgment in performing the services. The Agent will be liable only for direct damages caused by gross negligence or willful misconduct in performing the services. The Agent shall not be liable for any incidental, indirect, or consequential damages even if advised of their possibility.
8. Dispute Resolution
Should any dispute arise in relation to the interpretation or execution of this Contract, the parties will attempt to resolve the matter amicably by mediation. If the dispute cannot be resolved by mediation within a reasonable time period, the parties agree to submit to binding arbitration. The arbitration proceedings shall be conducted under the rules of the American Arbitration Association or any other mutually agreed-upon arbitration service.
9. Governing Law
This Contract shall be governed by, interpreted, and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of [State] without regard to its conflict of laws principles.
10. Entire Agreement
This Contract constitutes the entire contract between the parties concerning the subject matter hereof and supersedes all previous contracts, agreements, or understandings, whether oral or written, between the parties with respect to said subject matter. There shall be no amendments or modifications to this Contract except by a written document formally executed by both parties.
11. Amendments
No amendment, change, or modification of any of the terms, provisions, or conditions of this Contract shall be effective unless made in writing and signed or initialed by all parties to this Contract.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Law Firm Agency Contract as of the date first above written.
[Your Company Name]
[Your Name]
[Job Title]
Client
[Client's Name]
[Job Title]
