Freelance Contract Template Google Docs

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR SERVICES AGREEMENT

Document ID: TR-8829401
Effective Date: [____/____/2026]

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

• Completion: Both the Hiring Entity and the Contractor must review all fields. Ensure that the "Scope of Services" is defined with sufficient granularity to prevent "scope creep."
• Filing & Retention: This document shall be maintained in the corporate legal repository for a minimum of seven (7) years post-termination to ensure compliance with tax and liability statutes.
• Attachments: Mandatory attachments include Exhibit A (Statement of Work) and Exhibit B (Confidentiality & IP Assignment Addendum).

1. PARTIES

This Agreement is entered into by and between: Hiring Entity: [__________] ("Company")
Contractor: [__________] ("Contractor")
Contractor Address: [__________]

2. SCOPE OF SERVICES

The Contractor agrees to provide the services described in the attached Exhibit A ("Services"). The Contractor shall perform such services with the degree of skill and care expected of a professional in the industry.

3. COMPENSATION & PAYMENT TERMS

• Fee Structure: [ ] Hourly Rate [ ] Flat Fee [ ] Retainer
• Amount: [__________] (Currency: [__________])
• Payment Schedule: [__________]
• Expense Reimbursement: [ ] Pre-approved only [ ] Not applicable

4. TERM AND TERMINATION

• Start Date: [____/____/2026]
• Termination Notice: [__________] days written notice by either party.
• Termination for Cause: Company may terminate immediately for breach of contract or criminal misconduct.

5. RELATIONSHIP OF PARTIES

The Contractor is an independent contractor. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to create a partnership, joint venture, agency, or employer-employee relationship. The Contractor is solely responsible for all taxes, withholdings, and insurance.

6. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

All work product, deliverables, and materials created by the Contractor pursuant to this Agreement shall be considered "work made for hire" and shall remain the sole and exclusive property of the Company.

7. GOVERNING LAW & VENUE

This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of [__________]. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of [__________] County.

8. EXECUTION

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the Effective Date.

FOR THE COMPANY:
Signature: __________________________
Printed Name: [__________]
Title: [__________]
Date: [____/____/2026]

FOR THE CONTRACTOR:
Signature: __________________________
Printed Name: [__________]
Title: [__________]
Date: [____/____/2026]

Disclaimer: This document is provided as a standardized framework. Consult qualified legal counsel for jurisdiction-specific statutory compliance.