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The Individual Consultant Agreement is designed for use when a company wishes to engage a professional consultant on an independent contractor basis in Qatar. This document is essential for establishing clear boundaries between employment and consulting relationships, particularly important under Qatar's stringent labor laws. It addresses key aspects such as service scope, fees, intellectual property rights, and confidentiality while ensuring compliance with local regulations including Qatar Labor Law, Immigration Law, and Commercial Registration requirements. The agreement is particularly relevant for projects requiring specialized expertise, whether engaging local or international consultants, and can be customized across various industries while maintaining compliance with Qatar's legal framework.

1. Parties: Identification of the company and the consultant, including full legal names and addresses

2. Background: Context of the engagement and brief description of why the parties are entering into the agreement

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement

4. Appointment and Scope of Services: Description of the consultant's appointment and detailed scope of consulting services

5. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement and circumstances under which it can be terminated

6. Fees and Payment Terms: Consulting fees, payment schedule, expenses, and invoicing requirements

7. Consultant's Obligations: Key responsibilities, performance standards, and compliance requirements

8. Company's Obligations: Company's responsibilities including provision of information and support

9. Intellectual Property Rights: Ownership and usage rights of any IP created during the engagement

10. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information and trade secrets

11. Independence and Status: Clarification of consultant's status as independent contractor, not an employee

12. Liability and Indemnification: Extent of consultant's liability and indemnification obligations

13. Insurance: Required insurance coverage to be maintained by the consultant

14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Qatar law as governing law and dispute resolution mechanisms

15. General Provisions: Standard boilerplate clauses including notices, amendments, and assignment