Document background
The Disengagement Letter is a critical document used in professional service contexts under Austrian law when formally terminating a business relationship with a client. It serves as the official documentation of the conclusion of services and outlines all necessary steps for a proper disengagement. This document is particularly important in regulated professions where proper documentation of client relationships is mandatory. The letter typically becomes necessary when either the service provider or client wishes to end the professional relationship, when conflicts of interest arise, or when the scope of work has been completed and needs formal closure. The document must comply with Austrian civil code requirements, professional regulations, and EU data protection laws, particularly GDPR. It includes essential information about the termination date, handling of ongoing matters, final billing, document retention, and data protection measures.
