FREELANCE AGREEMENT
This Freelance Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into on [Date], (the “Effective Date”) between:
Client Name: [Client’s Legal Name]
Client Address: [Client’s Address]
Freelancer Name: [Freelancer’s Legal Name]
Freelancer Address: [Freelancer’s Address]
1. Scope of Work
The Client engages the Freelancer to provide the following services (the “Services”):
[Describe the specific services or project scope in detail, including milestones and deliverables.]
2. Compensation
The Client agrees to pay the Freelancer as follows:
2.1 Payment Amount: [Specify the payment amount and method, e.g., hourly rate, project fee, or retainer.]
2.2 Payment Schedule: [Specify the payment schedule, including due dates for invoices.]
2.3 Additional Expenses: [Specify if the Freelancer is entitled to reimbursement for any additional expenses and under what conditions.]
3. Timeline and Deadlines
The parties agree on the following project timeline and deadlines:
[Specify project milestones, deadlines, and any other time-sensitive information.]
4. Ownership of Work
The Freelancer agrees that the work product, including any intellectual property, created under this Agreement shall be owned by:
[Specify who will own the work product – typically, the Freelancer retains ownership unless otherwise agreed upon.]
5. Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure
The Freelancer agrees to maintain the confidentiality of all client information and not to disclose or use such information for any purpose without the client’s prior written consent.
6. Revisions and Edits
Revisions and edits beyond the project scope outlined in this Agreement may be subject to additional charges as agreed upon by both parties.
7. Termination
Either party may terminate this Agreement under the following conditions:
[Specify termination conditions and notice periods, if applicable.]
8. Independent Contractor Status
The Freelancer acknowledges and agrees that they are an independent contractor and not an employee of the Client.
9. Dispute Resolution
Any disputes arising from this Agreement shall be resolved by [Specify dispute resolution method – e.g., mediation, arbitration, or litigation] in the jurisdiction of [Specify jurisdiction].
10. Insurance
[Specify whether the Freelancer is required to carry liability insurance and, if so, the coverage amount.]
11. Non-Compete and Non-Solicitation
The Freelancer agrees not to engage in any competitive work or solicit the Client’s clients for a specified period after the termination of this Agreement.
12. Indemnification
The Freelancer agrees to indemnify and hold the Client harmless from any claims or liabilities related to the Services provided under this Agreement.
13. Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Specify governing law jurisdiction].
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Freelance Agreement as of the Effective Date.
Client Name: [Client’s Full Name] Freelancer Name: [Freelancer’s Full Name]
Client Signature: [Client’s Signature] Freelancer Signature: [Freelancer’s Signature]
Date: [Date] Date: [Date]