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I will draft an airtight US independent contractor agreement
Licensed US Attorney: Expert Business Contracts and Legal Review
I am Lee Norman Smith, a licensed US Attorney (Bar #138071) specializing in corporate and contract law. With extensive experience drafting and reviewing business agreements, I help entrepreneurs and c...
About this Gig
Welcome to my Gig. I am Lee Norman Smith, a licensed US Attorney (Bar #138071).
Hiring freelancers or 1099 workers is great for scaling your business, but worker misclassification is one of the highest legal risks US companies face today. Furthermore, if your contractor creates a logo, code, or content for you without the correct contract, they legally own that intellectual propertynot your business.
I draft precise US Independent Contractor Agreements that definitively establish the worker's 1099 status, protecting you from IRS penalties and employment lawsuits, while ensuring your business owns all work products created.
Your document will feature:
- Clear Declaration of Independent Contractor Status
- Intellectual Property & "Work for Hire" Assignment
- Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure (NDA)
- Non-Solicitation of Clients/Employees
- Tax Obligations & Expense Handling
Secure your intellectual property and shield your business from employment liability. Select the package that best fits your hiring needs and order with confidence today.
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FAQ
Does this contract protect my intellectual property?
Yes, the Standard and Premium packages include specific "Work for Hire" and IP assignment clauses ensuring your business legally owns everything the contractor creates.
Will this prevent misclassification lawsuits?
While no contract can prevent someone from suing, a properly drafted agreement is your primary line of defense in proving the worker was a 1099 contractor, not a W-2 employee.
Can you include a Non-Compete clause?
I include Non-Solicitation clauses in the Premium package. Due to changing Federal and State laws regarding Non-Competes for contractors, I carefully tailor restrictive covenants to comply with current US standards.
