Freelance Contractor Contract Template

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR SERVICES AGREEMENT

Document ID: TR-8829-IC
Effective Date: [____/____/2026]

Instructions for Use

• Completion: The Company representative and the Contractor must complete all bracketed fields in the document. Ensure the "Scope of Services" (Exhibit A) is defined with high specificity to avoid scope creep.
• Filing & Retention: Upon execution, provide a copy to the Contractor and file the original within the Company’s Legal/HR digital repository. Retain this document for a minimum of 7 years post-termination.
• Mandatory Attachments: Ensure the following are attached prior to signing: (1) Exhibit A: Detailed Scope of Work, (2) Exhibit B: Fee Schedule/Payment Terms, and (3) Contractor’s current W-9 or equivalent tax documentation.

1. PARTIES

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

2. SCOPE OF SERVICES

Contractor agrees to perform the services described in Exhibit A (the "Services"). Contractor shall perform these Services in a professional manner, consistent with industry standards.

3. TERM AND TERMINATION

• Term: This Agreement commences on [____/____/2026] and continues until [____/____/2026] unless terminated earlier.
• Termination for Convenience: Either party may terminate this agreement with [__________] days written notice.
• Termination for Cause: Company may terminate immediately upon Contractor's material breach of any provision herein.

4. COMPENSATION

Company shall pay Contractor as follows:

• Rate: [__________]
• Payment Terms: Net [__________] days upon receipt of an undisputed invoice.
• Expenses: Pre-approved expenses shall be reimbursed within [__________] days of submission of proof of expenditure.

5. RELATIONSHIP OF PARTIES

Contractor is an independent contractor. Nothing in this Agreement creates a partnership, joint venture, agency, or employer-employee relationship. Contractor is solely responsible for all taxes, withholdings, and insurance premiums.

6. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY & CONFIDENTIALITY

• Work Product: All deliverables produced under this Agreement are "work made for hire" and shall be the sole property of the Company.
• Confidentiality: Contractor shall hold all proprietary Company information in strict confidence and shall not disclose such information to third parties without prior written consent.

7. GOVERNING LAW

This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State/Province of [__________].

8. EXECUTION

By signing below, the parties agree to the terms of this Agreement.

For: Company
Authorized Signature: ________________
Printed Name: [__________]
Title: [__________]
Date: [____/____/2026]

For: Contractor
Authorized Signature: ________________
Printed Name: [__________]
Title: [__________]
Date: [____/____/2026]

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