Independent Contractor Agreement Template

This Independent Contractor Agreement (the "Agreement") is entered into as of [Insert Date], by and between:

Company: [Insert Company Name]Address: [Insert Address]

Contractor: [Insert Contractor Name]Address: [Insert Address]

The Company and Contractor are collectively referred to as the "Parties."

Scope of Work

1.1 Services Provided The Contractor agrees to perform the following services (the "Services"):[Provide a detailed description of the services to be performed.]

1.2 Deliverables The Contractor shall deliver the following:[List deliverables, milestones, or outcomes.]

1.3 Timeframe The Services shall commence on [Start Date] and are expected to be completed by [End Date, if applicable], unless terminated earlier per this Agreement.

Independent Contractor Status

2.1 The Contractor is an independent contractor and not an employee of the Company.

2.2 The Contractor is solely responsible for all taxes, insurance, and benefits related to their work, including income tax, social security, and Medicare.

2.3 The Contractor shall not be entitled to any employee benefits provided by the Company.

Compensation

3.1 Payment The Company agrees to pay the Contractor [Insert Payment Amount, e.g., $XX per hour/project/milestone] for the Services.

3.2 Payment Terms Payments shall be made [Insert Payment Schedule, e.g., upon completion, bi-weekly, monthly, etc.], upon submission of an invoice by the Contractor.

3.3 Expenses The Contractor is responsible for all expenses incurred in performing the Services unless otherwise agreed upon in writing by the Company.

Confidentiality

4.1 The Contractor agrees to maintain the confidentiality of all proprietary or non-public information received during the term of this Agreement.

4.2 This confidentiality obligation shall survive the termination of this Agreement.

Intellectual Property

5.1 Any work product or deliverables created under this Agreement shall be the sole property of the Company.

5.2 The Contractor assigns all rights, title, and interest in the work product to the Company upon payment for the Services.

Termination

6.1 Termination for Convenience Either Party may terminate this Agreement upon [Insert Notice Period, e.g., 14 days] written notice to the other Party.

6.2 Termination for Cause This Agreement may be terminated immediately by either Party in the event of a material breach by the other Party.

6.3 Final Payment Upon termination, the Company shall pay the Contractor for all Services rendered up to the date of termination.

Warranties and Indemnification

7.1 The Contractor represents and warrants that:

• They have the expertise, qualifications, and legal authority to perform the Services.

• The Services provided will not infringe upon the rights of any third party.

7.2 The Contractor agrees to indemnify and hold the Company harmless from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from the performance of the Services.

Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of [Insert State], without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising under this Agreement shall be resolved through:

• Mediation

• Arbitration

• Litigation in the courts of [Insert Jurisdiction].

Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the Parties regarding the subject matter herein and supersedes all prior agreements or understandings.

Amendments

This Agreement may only be amended in writing, signed by both Parties.

Severability

If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Acknowledgment

By signing below, both Parties acknowledge that they have read and understood this Agreement and agree to its terms.

Company Signature:

Name: [Insert Name]Title: [Insert Title]Date: [Insert Date]

Contractor Signature:

Name: [Insert Name]Date: [Insert Date]

This template serves as a starting point and should be tailored to your specific needs. Consult a legal professional to ensure compliance with applicable laws.