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I will prepare a professional independent contractor agreement to avoid risk
Legally Sound Contracts for a Secure Business
As a licensed U.S. Attorney (BAR ID: 367719), I specialize in employment law and corporate contracts for American businesses. My focus is on drafting clear, comprehensive, and legally robust agreement...
About this Gig
Misclassifying an employee as a contractor can lead to severe IRS penalties.
Protect your business with a clear, compliant Independent Contractor Agreement. As a licensed US Attorney, I specialize in drafting agreements that properly define the business-contractor relationship, shielding you from the significant risks of worker misclassification.
My agreements are meticulously drafted to include:
- Clear Scope of Work: Defines the specific services, deliverables, and deadlines.
- Payment Terms: Outlines the fee structure, invoicing, and payment schedule.
- Independent Status: Crucial language that defines the relationship, confirming the contractor is not an employee (no benefits, taxes withheld, etc.).
- Intellectual Property (IP): Specifies who owns the work product created by the contractor.
- Confidentiality: Protects your trade secrets and proprietary information.
- Termination: Defines how and when the agreement can be ended by either party.
Don't risk audits, fines, and legal battles. Order a professional agreement today and work with freelancers and contractors with confidence.
Field of law:
Business (corporate)
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Labor (employment)
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Commercial
Document type:
NDA
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Partnership agreement
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FAQ
What is the main risk of not having a proper contractor agreement?
The biggest risk is worker misclassification. If the IRS or Department of Labor determines your contractor should have been classified as an employee, you could be liable for back taxes, penalties, and employee benefits. A strong agreement is your first line of defense.
What's the difference between an employee and an independent contractor?
In simple terms, you control the what, when, and how for an employee. For a contractor, you only control the outcome or result of the work. This agreement is designed to legally document that distinction.
Why do I need to specify IP ownership?
By default, the creator of a work (the contractor) often owns the copyright. An IP clause in your agreement is essential to transfer ownership of the work product to your company upon payment. Without it, you may not own what you paid for.
Can I use this agreement for contractors outside the US?
This agreement is drafted primarily under US law. While it can provide a strong contractual basis for working with international contractors, their local laws would also apply, creating complexities. This gig is optimized for US-based business-contractor relationships.
Is this agreement better than the one on a freelance platform?
Yes. Platform agreements are designed to protect the platform first, and they are generic. A custom agreement drafted by an attorney is designed to protect you and your business first and is tailored to your specific project.
