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INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR SERVICES AGREEMENT

Document ID: TR-8842-XC
Effective Date: [____/____/2026]

Instructions for Use

• Completion: Both the Hiring Entity and the Contractor must review all terms, complete all bracketed fields, and sign two original copies (one for each party).
• Filing & Retention: This document constitutes a financial record and a legal instrument defining the business relationship; retain the executed original for a minimum of seven (7) years following the termination of services.
• Mandatory Attachments: Ensure the following are appended: (A) Detailed Scope of Work (SOW), (B) W-9 or equivalent tax identification form, and (C) Certificate of Insurance (if applicable).

1. PARTIES

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

2. SCOPE OF SERVICES

The Contractor shall perform the services outlined in the attached Exhibit A ("Services"). Contractor shall perform these services with due diligence and in accordance with industry standards.

3. TERM AND TERMINATION

• Term: This Agreement commences on [__________] and shall continue until [__________].
• Termination for Convenience: Either party may terminate this agreement upon [__________] days written notice.
• Termination for Cause: Company may terminate immediately for breach of contract or professional misconduct.

4. COMPENSATION AND EXPENSES

• Rate: The Company shall pay the Contractor [__________] per [Hour/Project/Month].
• Invoicing: Contractor shall submit invoices on a [Monthly/Bi-weekly] basis.
• Payment Terms: Net [__________] days from the date of receipt of a valid invoice.
• Expenses: Pre-approved business expenses will be reimbursed within [__________] days of submission of proof of expenditure.

5. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR STATUS

The Contractor is an independent contractor, not an employee.

• Contractor shall provide their own equipment/tools.
• Contractor is responsible for all federal, state, and local taxes.
• Contractor is not eligible for Company benefits, including but not limited to health insurance, 401(k), or paid time off.

6. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY & CONFIDENTIALITY

• Work Product: All work product created under this Agreement shall be deemed "work made for hire" and shall remain the sole property of the Company upon payment.
• Confidentiality: Contractor agrees to keep all proprietary information, trade secrets, and client data strictly confidential during and after the term of this Agreement.

7. INDEMNIFICATION

Contractor agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Company from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising out of the Contractor’s negligent performance, willful misconduct, or breach of this Agreement.

8. GOVERNING LAW

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

EXECUTION

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.