Contract template · Consulting Agreements

Free Consulting Agreement Template

A Consulting Agreement engages an expert to provide advisory services — typically billed hourly, daily, or monthly. The most important clauses cover IP ownership of consultant work product and conflicts of interest.

What's in a Consulting Agreement?

A typical consulting agreement covers the following key clauses:

Scope of consulting services
Compensation (hourly/retainer/project)
Expense reimbursement policy
Confidentiality and IP
Non-solicitation of client team
Termination on notice

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We've prepared an industry-tailored version of the Consulting Agreement for each of the 20 industries below. Click your industry to see the industry-specific considerations and a downloadable template.

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Legal disclaimer: This template is provided for general informational purposes and is not legal advice. Laws vary by state and country, and contract enforceability depends on specifics that this template can't anticipate. For high-stakes contracts, consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.

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