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Independent Contractor Services Agreement

Instructions for Use

• Fill in all bracketed fields with the appropriate information for both the Hiring Party and the Subcontractor.
• Ensure the "Scope of Services" section is sufficiently detailed to prevent ambiguity regarding deliverables and expectations.
• Both parties must sign and date the document; each party should retain a fully executed copy for their records.

1. Parties

This Agreement is entered into on [Date] by and between: Hiring Party: [Company/Client Name], located at [Company Address] ("Company"), and Subcontractor: [Subcontractor Name], located at [Subcontractor Address] ("Subcontractor").

2. Scope of Services

Subcontractor agrees to perform the following services: [Detailed description of work to be performed]. Any changes to this scope must be agreed upon in writing by both parties.

3. Term and Termination

This Agreement begins on [Start Date] and continues until [End Date] or until the services are completed. Either party may terminate this Agreement with [Number] days' written notice. If terminated early, the Subcontractor shall be paid for all work completed up to the date of termination.

4. Compensation

Company shall pay Subcontractor [Dollar Amount] per [Hour/Project/Milestone]. Payment shall be made within [Number] days of receipt of a valid invoice.

5. Independent Contractor Status

Subcontractor is an independent contractor, not an employee. Subcontractor is responsible for all taxes, withholdings, and insurance, including self-employment taxes. Subcontractor is not entitled to any Company benefits.

6. Intellectual Property

All work product, deliverables, and inventions created by the Subcontractor during the term of this Agreement shall be considered "work made for hire" and shall be the sole property of the Company.

7. Confidentiality

Subcontractor agrees to keep all non-public information regarding the Company’s business, clients, and proprietary data strictly confidential and shall not disclose such information to any third party without prior written consent.

8. Indemnification

Subcontractor agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Company from any claims, damages, or legal fees arising from the Subcontractor’s negligent acts, omissions, or breach of this Agreement.

9. Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of [State Name]. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts located in [County/City, State].

Signature & Acknowledgment

Hiring Party: Signature: __________ Printed Name: [Name] Title: [Title] Date: [Date]

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

Legal Disclaimer: This document is a general framework and does not constitute legal advice. Employment laws and contractor classifications vary significantly by jurisdiction. Consult with qualified legal counsel to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.