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For hiring a freelancer. Covers scope, pay, revisions, and who owns the work.
Not legal advice. This is a general template for informational purposes only. Laws vary by state and country — have a lawyer review it before use.
Between [Client name] (“Client”) and [Freelancer name] (“Contractor”), dated [Date].
Contractor will perform: [describe the work]. Deliverables: [list deliverables]. Deadline: [Date].
Client will pay [rate, e.g. $X per hour / $Y fixed]. Invoices due [Net 15/30]. Late payments accrue [1.5%] per month.
The price includes [2] rounds of revisions. Extra revisions billed at the hourly rate.
On full payment, all work product and intellectual property transfers to the Client. Contractor retains the right to show the work in a portfolio.
Contractor will keep the Client's non-public information confidential.
Either party may terminate with [14] days' written notice. Client pays for work completed through termination.
Contractor is an independent contractor, not an employee. Contractor handles their own taxes.
This Agreement is governed by the laws of [State/Country].