Law Firm Quotation Contract
Law Firm Quotation Contract
This Quotation Contract ("Contract") is made and entered into as of [Date], by and between [Your Company Name], a law firm duly organized and existing under the laws of [State], with its principal office located at [Your Company Address] ("Law Firm"), and [Client's Full Name], with an address at [Client's Address] ("Client").
WHEREAS, the Client desires to obtain legal services from the Law Firm, and the Law Firm 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:
ARTICLE 1: SERVICES PROVIDED
1.1 Scope of Services. The Law Firm shall provide the legal services ("Services") as described in Schedule A attached hereto and made a part hereof. These services may include, but are not limited to, legal consultation, drafting of documents, representation in negotiations, and court appearances as required by the Client’s legal matters.
1.2 Performance of Services. The Law Firm agrees to perform the Services in a professional, ethical, and timely manner, consistent with industry standards and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
ARTICLE 2: FEES AND PAYMENT TERMS
2.1 Fees. The Client agrees to pay the Law Firm fees as set forth in Schedule B attached hereto. The fee structure may include hourly rates, fixed fees for specific services, or a combination thereof.
2.2 Invoicing. The Law Firm shall invoice the Client on a monthly basis for services rendered during the preceding month. Each invoice will detail the Services provided, the time spent on these Services, and any expenses incurred.
2.3 Payment Terms. Payment is due within thirty (30) days from the date of each invoice. Late payments will incur a late fee of 1.5% per month on the outstanding balance.
ARTICLE 3: TERM AND TERMINATION
3.1 Term. This Contract shall commence on the effective date as first above written and shall continue in effect until the completion of the Services, unless terminated earlier as provided herein.
3.2 Termination for Convenience. Either party may terminate this Contract at any time by providing thirty (30) days written notice to the other party.
3.3 Termination for Cause. Either party may terminate this Contract immediately if the other party breaches any material obligation under this Contract and fails to cure such breach within ten (10) days after receiving written notice of the breach.
ARTICLE 4: CONFIDENTIALITY
4.1 Confidential Information. Both parties acknowledge that during the engagement, each may receive or have access to information that is treated as confidential. Such confidential information shall be kept confidential and not disclosed to any third party without the prior written consent of the disclosing party, except as may be required by law.
ARTICLE 5: INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
5.1 Ownership of Materials. All documents, information, and materials developed by the Law Firm in the course of executing the Services under this Contract will remain the property of the Law Firm. The Client shall have the right to use these materials solely for the purpose for which they were provided under the terms of this Contract.
ARTICLE 6: LIABILITY AND INDEMNIFICATION
6.1 Limitation of Liability. The Law Firm shall not be liable to the Client for any indirect, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with this Contract or the Services provided.
6.2 Indemnification. The Client agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Law Firm from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses arising from the Client’s failure to fulfill any of its obligations under this Contract.
ARTICLE 7: DISPUTE RESOLUTION
7.1 Mediation and Arbitration. Any disputes under this Contract that cannot be resolved by negotiation between the parties within thirty (30) days shall be submitted to mediation. If mediation is unsuccessful, the dispute shall be resolved by binding arbitration under the rules of the American Arbitration Association.
ARTICLE 8: GENERAL PROVISIONS
8.1 Governing Law. This Contract shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [Specify State].
8.2 Amendments. No amendment to this Contract shall be effective unless it is in writing and signed by both parties.
8.3 Notices. Any notices required or permitted under this Contract shall be given in writing and delivered by personal delivery, electronic mail, or certified mail, addressed to the respective addresses at the beginning of this Contract.
8.4 Entire Agreement. This Contract constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings, both oral and written.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Law Firm Quotation Contract as of the date first above written.
[Your Company Name]
By:
Name:
Title:
[Client's Full Name]
By:
Name:
[Schedule A – Description of Services and Schedule B – Fee Structure are attached hereto.]
