I will write a binding ai software development contract
US Tech Attorney, Protecting AI and Software Assets
About this Gig
You are spending thousands to build an AI product. If your contract doesn't explicitly force the transfer of intellectual property, you don't actually own the software you paid for.
I'm Aaron Brynildson (U.S. Bar #307132). I draft development contracts for tech founders and AI agencies who refuse to gamble with their source code. When you hire someone to build a custom model or integrate an API, you need leverage. A free internet template won't give you that. You need hard legal boundaries on who owns the tech, what happens if the code breaks, and how payment is tied to actual deliverables.
Here is exactly what we are going to lock down:
- Hard IP Assignment: You own the source code, the model, and the outputs. Period.
- Performance-Based Pay: Milestones tied to usable, bug-free deliverables, not excuses.
- The Open-Source Trap: Forced disclosure so a developer doesn't infect your app with restricted open-source code.
- API Liability: Clear waivers protecting you if a third-party platform changes its rules.
Stop hoping your developer does the right thing. Put it in writing. Pick your package, send over the project details, and lets secure your assets.
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FAQ
Who actually owns the code when the project is done?
That depends entirely on how we write the contract. I structure the IP assignment clause so that ownership transfers to you immediately upon final payment, legally preventing developers from holding your code hostage.
Do we need to schedule a call to get this done?
No. I run a highly efficient practice. When you order, you simply fill out a written intake form detailing your project scope, and I draft the contract based on your exact specifications.
What happens if the developer uses open-source code?
This is a massive risk. I include strict open-source software (OSS) warranties. This forces the developer to disclose any open-source code they use so you don't accidentally violate third-party licenses.
Is this valid for businesses operating in the United States?
Yes. I am an active U.S. attorney. I will include a governing law and venue clause specific to the exact U.S. state where your business operates, making it fully enforceable.
Will I be able to edit this for future development projects?
Yes. You will receive the final contract in Microsoft Word. It is drafted clearly so you can safely reuse the document for future development hires without paying me again.
