The Expert Retainer Agreement is designed for situations where organizations require ongoing access to specialized expertise without establishing an employment relationship. This document, governed by German law, provides a legal framework for engaging independent experts or consultants on a retained basis. It includes essential provisions required under German civil law (BGB), addresses independence criteria to avoid employment classification, and incorporates necessary compliance elements such as data protection under GDPR. The agreement is particularly useful for long-term consulting relationships where services are needed regularly but not on a full-time basis, offering flexibility while ensuring legal compliance and protecting both parties' interests.
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1. Parties: Identification of the client and the expert, including full legal names, addresses, and registration details
2. Background: Context of the agreement and brief description of the expert's qualifications and client's needs
3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement
4. Appointment and Scope: Terms of expert's appointment and general scope of services
5. Nature of Relationship: Clear statement of independent contractor status and non-employment relationship
6. Expert's Obligations: Detailed responsibilities, quality standards, and performance requirements
7. Client's Obligations: Client's responsibilities including providing information and cooperation
8. Fees and Payment: Payment terms, rate structure, expenses, and invoicing procedures
9. Confidentiality: Obligations regarding confidential information and trade secrets
10. Liability and Insurance: Limitation of liability, indemnification, and required insurance coverage
11. Term and Termination: Duration of agreement and termination provisions
12. General Provisions: Standard legal clauses including governing law, notices, and entire agreement
1. Data Protection: Required if the expert will process personal data, detailing GDPR compliance obligations
2. Intellectual Property: Needed if the expert will create intellectual property during the engagement
3. Access and Security: Required if the expert needs access to client premises or IT systems
4. Non-Competition: Optional restrictions on expert's activities with competitors (subject to German law limitations)
5. Subcontracting: Required if the expert may delegate work to other professionals
6. Equipment and Resources: Needed if specific provisions about tools and resources are required
7. Quality Assurance: Optional section detailing specific quality standards and review processes
8. Compliance with Laws: Required for regulated industries or when specific regulatory compliance is needed
1. Schedule 1 - Services Description: Detailed scope of services, deliverables, and performance metrics
2. Schedule 2 - Fee Schedule: Detailed fee structure, rates, and payment terms
3. Schedule 3 - Service Levels: Specific performance standards and response times
4. Schedule 4 - Key Personnel: Details of key expert team members if applicable
5. Appendix 1 - Data Processing Agreement: Required GDPR compliance documentation if personal data is processed
6. Appendix 2 - Insurance Requirements: Detailed insurance coverage requirements and minimum limits
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