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Freelance Employment Contract
"I need a Freelance Employment Contract for hiring a senior software developer based in Ontario, who will work remotely on our AI platform starting March 2025, with specific provisions for intellectual property rights and access to our codebase."
1. Parties: Identification of the hiring company and the freelancer, including full legal names and addresses
2. Background: Context of the agreement and confirmation of freelancer's independent contractor status
3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement
4. Services: Detailed description of the services to be provided by the freelancer
5. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement and conditions for termination by either party
6. Compensation and Payment Terms: Fee structure, payment schedule, and expense reimbursement policies
7. Independent Contractor Relationship: Clear statement of freelancer's status as an independent contractor, not an employee
8. Intellectual Property Rights: Ownership and transfer of work product created during the engagement
9. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information and trade secrets
10. Representations and Warranties: Freelancer's confirmations regarding capability, qualifications, and right to work
11. Limitation of Liability: Boundaries of liability for both parties
12. Insurance: Required insurance coverage to be maintained by the freelancer
13. General Provisions: Standard contractual terms including governing law, notices, and entire agreement
1. Non-Compete: Restrictions on working with competitors (use when protecting legitimate business interests)
2. Non-Solicitation: Restrictions on soliciting clients or employees (use when freelancer has significant client contact)
3. Equipment and Resources: Provisions regarding tools and resources provided by either party (use when company provides significant equipment)
4. Subcontracting: Terms governing the freelancer's right to subcontract work (use when subcontracting might be relevant)
5. Performance Metrics: Specific performance standards and evaluation criteria (use for long-term or complex projects)
6. Training and Orientation: Requirements for specific training or onboarding (use when specialized training is needed)
7. Data Protection: Specific provisions for handling personal or sensitive data (use when dealing with personal information)
8. Force Majeure: Provisions for unforeseen circumstances preventing performance (use when long-term commitment)
1. Schedule A - Scope of Services: Detailed breakdown of services, deliverables, and specific project requirements
2. Schedule B - Fee Schedule: Detailed rate card, payment milestones, and any variable compensation structures
3. Schedule C - Service Levels: Performance standards, response times, and quality metrics
4. Schedule D - Approved Expenses: List of reimbursable expenses and approval procedures
5. Appendix 1 - Insurance Requirements: Specific insurance types and coverage amounts required
6. Appendix 2 - Confidential Information: Detailed list of what constitutes confidential information
7. Appendix 3 - Company Policies: Relevant company policies applicable to freelancers
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Services
Deliverables
Company
Contractor
Effective Date
Term
Fees
Intellectual Property Rights
Work Product
Confidential Information
Company Materials
Competing Business
Force Majeure Event
Good Industry Practice
Personnel
Project
Specifications
Terms of Payment
Termination Date
Territory
Third Party Materials
Background IP
Business Day
Change Order
Client
Commencement Date
Moral Rights
Pre-existing Works
Representatives
Taxes
GST/HST
Service Levels
Acceptance Criteria
Project Timeline
Dispute
Expenses
Appointment
Independent Contractor Status
Services
Term and Termination
Compensation
Payment Terms
Expenses
Tax Obligations
Performance Standards
Deliverables
Intellectual Property
Confidentiality
Data Protection
Non-Competition
Non-Solicitation
Representations and Warranties
Indemnification
Limitation of Liability
Insurance
Force Majeure
Compliance with Laws
Assignment
Subcontracting
Notice
Dispute Resolution
Governing Law
Entire Agreement
Severability
Amendment
Waiver
Time of Essence
Survival
Counterparts
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Marketing and Advertising
Professional Services
Creative Industries
Consulting
Education
Healthcare
Financial Services
Engineering
Content Creation
Software Development
Design Services
Business Advisory
Research and Development
Human Resources
Legal
Procurement
Finance
Operations
Project Management Office
Information Technology
Marketing
Research and Development
Creative Services
Business Development
Strategy
Digital Operations
Graphic Designer
Content Writer
Software Developer
Marketing Consultant
Business Analyst
Project Manager
UI/UX Designer
Social Media Manager
Web Developer
IT Consultant
Research Analyst
Digital Marketing Specialist
Technical Writer
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Management Consultant
Creative Director
Financial Advisor
Training Consultant
SEO Specialist
Mobile App Developer
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