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This Independent Consultant Agreement is designed for use in Belgium when engaging external professional services providers as independent contractors. It carefully addresses the specific requirements of Belgian law regarding independent contractor status, including social security and tax considerations. The document is particularly important in the current business environment where organizations frequently rely on external expertise while needing to clearly distinguish these relationships from employment. The agreement includes comprehensive provisions for intellectual property rights, data protection under GDPR, confidentiality, and professional liability, while ensuring compliance with Belgian commercial and civil law requirements. It's structured to protect both parties' interests while maintaining the flexibility characteristic of independent consulting relationships.

1. Parties: Identification of the contracting parties, including full legal names, addresses, and registration numbers

2. Background: Context of the agreement and confirmation of consultant's independent contractor status

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement

4. Scope of Services: Detailed description of services to be provided by the consultant

5. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement and termination provisions

6. Fees and Payment Terms: Compensation, invoicing procedures, and payment terms

7. Independent Contractor Status: Explicit confirmation of independent relationship and tax/social security obligations

8. Consultant's Obligations: Key responsibilities, quality standards, and delivery requirements

9. Client's Obligations: Support, information, and resources to be provided by the client

10. Intellectual Property Rights: Ownership and transfer of work products and pre-existing IP

11. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information and trade secrets

12. Data Protection: GDPR compliance and data processing obligations

13. Liability and Indemnification: Limitation of liability and indemnification provisions

14. Insurance: Required insurance coverage and minimum limits

15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Application of Belgian law and jurisdiction for disputes