Streamline your legal consulting engagements with this professionally drafted, fully editable Consulting Agreement template. Ideal for independent legal consultants, boutique advisory firms and corporate legal service providers alike.
What’s included:
- A comprehensive Agreement covering scope of services, term, compensation, confidentiality, IP ownership, liability, termination, and governing law
- A polished cover page and structured layout for easy editing in Microsoft Word – plus a ready-to-use PDF version
- Clear field placeholders (e.g., [Consultant Name], [Client Name], [Hourly Rate], [Start Date]) so you can tailor the document in minutes
- Optional exhibits (e.g., Scope of Work, Payment Schedule) you can choose to include or omit
Why this template works:
- Drafted with the key legal consulting-relationship considerations in mind: independence of consultant, confidentiality, and intellectual property transfer
- Balanced protections for both consultant and client — your agreement sets expectations clearly and reduces risk
- Ready to customise: insert your own branding, adjust payment terms, add jurisdictions or dispute-resolution clauses as appropriate for your practice
Use-case scenarios:
- A solo legal consultant who will review contracts, advise on compliance and receive hourly fees
- A consulting firm providing regulatory research and a fixed-fee deliverable for a corporate client
- A short-term engagement where services extend over a defined term, with termination notice and post-termination confidentiality obligations
How to use:
- Download the Word and/or PDF version.
- Replace the bracketed placeholders ([ … ]) with your specific details.
- Review each clause to ensure it aligns with your jurisdiction and business model.
- Optional: Have your legal advisor review prior to use to ensure compliance with local regulations.
- Save a copy of the fully signed agreement and your final executed version for your records.
