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Freelance Retainer Contract
"I need a Freelance Retainer Contract under Nigerian law for a digital marketing consultant who will provide 20 hours of services per month for my fintech startup, starting March 1, 2025, with strict confidentiality provisions and clear IP ownership clauses."
1. Parties: Identifies and defines the contracting parties - the Client and the Freelancer, including full legal names and addresses
2. Background: Sets out the context of the agreement and the parties' intention to enter into a retainer arrangement
3. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the agreement for clarity and consistency
4. Scope of Services: Outlines the general nature of services to be provided under the retainer arrangement
5. Term and Renewal: Specifies the initial duration of the retainer agreement and any renewal provisions
6. Fees and Payment Terms: Details the retainer fee amount, payment schedule, and additional charges if applicable
7. Independent Contractor Status: Explicitly establishes the freelancer's status as an independent contractor, not an employee
8. Obligations of the Freelancer: Lists the freelancer's key responsibilities and service delivery commitments
9. Obligations of the Client: Specifies the client's responsibilities, including provision of necessary information and resources
10. Intellectual Property Rights: Addresses ownership and transfer of intellectual property created during the engagement
11. Confidentiality: Establishes obligations regarding confidential information
12. Termination: Details the circumstances and process for ending the agreement
13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specifies Nigerian law as governing law and establishes jurisdiction for disputes
1. Non-Compete: Restricts the freelancer from working with direct competitors - only include if specifically required and ensuring enforceability under Nigerian law
2. Force Majeure: Addresses unforeseeable circumstances preventing contract fulfillment - recommended for longer-term retainers
3. Insurance: Requires the freelancer to maintain specific insurance coverage - include for high-risk or regulated services
4. Data Protection: Include when the services involve handling personal or sensitive data
5. Service Level Agreement: Include when specific performance metrics need to be maintained
6. Dispute Resolution: Optional detailed alternative dispute resolution procedures - recommended for high-value contracts
7. Limitation of Liability: Caps on liability - include for high-risk services or when requested by either party
1. Schedule 1 - Detailed Scope of Services: Comprehensive description of services to be provided, including any specific deliverables
2. Schedule 2 - Fee Schedule: Detailed breakdown of retainer fees, hourly rates for additional work, and expense categories
3. Schedule 3 - Service Levels: Specific performance metrics and standards if applicable
4. Schedule 4 - Key Personnel: Details of key team members if the freelancer will use additional resources
5. Appendix A - Required Forms and Templates: Standard forms for reporting, invoicing, or delivery acceptance
6. Appendix B - Client Policies: Relevant client policies the freelancer must comply with
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