1. Parties: Identification of the stockbroker and the client, including full legal names, addresses, and registration details
2. Background: Context of the agreement, including broker's licensing status and client's intention to engage broker's services
3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement, including regulatory terminology and market-specific definitions
4. Scope of Services: Detailed description of brokerage services to be provided, including trading, advisory, and account management services
5. Client Classification: Classification of the client according to SEC rules (retail/institutional/professional)
6. Broker's Rights and Obligations: Comprehensive listing of broker's duties, responsibilities, and rights under the agreement
7. Client's Rights and Obligations: Client's responsibilities, including providing accurate information and maintaining sufficient funds
8. Trading Instructions: Procedures for placing, modifying, and canceling trade orders
9. Fees and Commissions: Detailed breakdown of all charges, commissions, and payment terms
10. Risk Disclosure: Mandatory risk warnings and acknowledgments required by SEC regulations
11. Compliance and AML Requirements: Anti-money laundering and KYC requirements, regulatory compliance obligations
12. Confidentiality: Provisions regarding the protection and handling of confidential information
13. Term and Termination: Duration of agreement and circumstances under which it can be terminated
14. Dispute Resolution: Procedures for handling disputes, including jurisdiction and applicable law
15. Force Majeure: Provisions for unforeseen circumstances affecting performance
16. General Provisions: Standard legal provisions including notices, amendments, and assignment
