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Independent Contractor Retainer Agreement
"I need an Independent Contractor Retainer Agreement for a software development consultant who will be providing ongoing technical services to our Mumbai-based fintech startup from January 2025, with specific provisions for source code ownership and data protection compliance."
1. Parties: Identification of the client and the independent contractor with full legal names and addresses
2. Background: Context of the agreement and brief description of the parties' business relationship
3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement defined for clarity and consistency
4. Scope of Services: Detailed description of services to be provided by the contractor
5. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement and conditions for termination by either party
6. Compensation and Payment Terms: Fee structure, payment schedule, expenses, and invoicing requirements
7. Independent Contractor Status: Clear establishment of independent contractor relationship and disclaimer of employment relationship
8. Contractor's Obligations: Key responsibilities, quality standards, and delivery requirements
9. Client's Obligations: Client's responsibilities including provision of necessary information and access
10. Intellectual Property Rights: Ownership and transfer of work products and pre-existing IP
11. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information and trade secrets
12. Indemnification: Mutual or one-way indemnification obligations
13. Limitation of Liability: Caps on liability and exclusions of certain types of damages
14. Insurance: Required insurance coverage to be maintained by the contractor
15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Choice of law and courts for dispute resolution
16. General Provisions: Standard boilerplate clauses including notices, amendments, and severability
1. Non-Compete: Restrictions on contractor's ability to work with competitors, used when contractor has access to sensitive competitive information
2. Non-Solicitation: Restrictions on soliciting employees or clients, used when contractor has significant contact with client's employees or customers
3. Assignment and Subcontracting: Rights to assign the agreement or use subcontractors, included when relevant to the service delivery model
4. Force Majeure: Provisions for unforeseen circumstances preventing performance, particularly relevant in long-term or critical service arrangements
5. Data Protection: Specific obligations regarding personal data handling, required when contractor processes personal data
6. Audit Rights: Client's right to audit contractor's work and records, important for regulated industries or complex services
7. Service Levels: Specific performance metrics and related penalties/rewards, used for quantifiable services
8. Change Control: Process for managing changes to services or terms, useful for long-term or complex engagements
9. Exit Management: Transition provisions at agreement end, important for critical or complex services
1. Schedule A - Scope of Services: Detailed description of services, deliverables, and performance standards
2. Schedule B - Fee Schedule: Detailed breakdown of fees, rates, and payment terms
3. Schedule C - Service Levels: Specific performance metrics, measurement methods, and related incentives/penalties
4. Schedule D - Key Personnel: List of key contractor personnel assigned to the services
5. Schedule E - Client Materials: List of materials, information, or resources to be provided by the client
6. Appendix 1 - Insurance Requirements: Detailed insurance coverage requirements and minimum limits
7. Appendix 2 - Confidentiality Agreement: Detailed confidentiality terms and procedures
8. Appendix 3 - Approved Subcontractors: List of pre-approved subcontractors if applicable
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