sample subcontractor agreement template word

Independent Contractor Services Agreement

Instructions for Use

• Fill in all bracketed fields with the appropriate legal information; ensure the Scope of Services is defined with maximum specificity to avoid scope creep.
• Review the compensation and payment terms to ensure they align with your internal accounting practices and tax reporting requirements (e.g., Form 1099).
• Both parties must sign and date the document before work commences; keep a fully executed digital or physical copy for your records.

Parties & Definitions

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

Company: [Company Legal Name], with a principal place of business at [Company Address] ("Company").

Contractor: [Contractor Legal Name], with a principal place of business at [Contractor Address] ("Contractor").

Services: The Contractor agrees to perform the following services: [Detailed Description of Services].

Operative Clauses

1. Term: This Agreement shall commence on [Start Date] and continue until [End Date], unless terminated earlier in accordance with the provisions herein.

2. Compensation: Company shall pay Contractor [Dollar Amount] per [Hour/Project/Month] for the Services. Invoices shall be submitted by the Contractor on a [Weekly/Monthly] basis and paid by the Company within [Number] days of receipt.

3. Independent Contractor Status: Contractor is an independent contractor, not an employee. Contractor is responsible for all federal, state, and local taxes, including self-employment taxes. Contractor is not entitled to any employee benefits, including but not limited to health insurance, 401(k), or paid time off.

4. Ownership of Work Product: All work product, deliverables, and intellectual property created by the Contractor during the course of this engagement shall be deemed "work made for hire" and shall be the sole and exclusive property of the Company.

5. Confidentiality: Contractor agrees to keep all non-public information, trade secrets, and business practices of the Company confidential and shall not disclose such information to any third party without prior written consent.

6. Termination: Either party may terminate this Agreement upon [Number] days' written notice. In the event of a material breach, the non-breaching party may terminate immediately.

7. Indemnification: Contractor agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Company from any claims, damages, or expenses arising out of the Contractor’s performance of the Services or any negligent acts or omissions.

8. Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [State Name].

9. Entire Agreement: This document constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior discussions or understandings.

Signature & Acknowledgment

Company Signature: __________ Printed Name: [Name] Title: [Title] Date: [Date]

Contractor Signature: __________ Printed Name: [Name] Title: [Title] Date: [Date]

Legal Disclaimer: This document is a general framework and does not constitute formal legal advice. Laws regarding independent contractor classification vary significantly by jurisdiction. Consult with qualified legal counsel to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal labor regulations.