Consulting Agreement Template
Define the terms of a consulting engagement.
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Services
The consulting services to be provided.
This template also covers:
- Obligations
- Payment
- Confidentiality
- Non-Compete
- Termination
What is a Consulting Agreement Template?
A consulting agreement template defines the terms, services, and obligations for a consulting engagement.
A consulting agreement template is a document that outlines the terms of a consulting engagement: services, obligations, payment, and conditions.
- Used for consulting engagements
- Typically 3-6 pages
- Legally binding when signed
- Includes service definitions
- Covers obligations and terms
What's Inside This Template
6 structured sections, ready to fill in for your project.
Services
The consulting services to be provided.
Obligations
What each party is responsible for.
Payment
Fee structure and payment terms.
Confidentiality
Protection of confidential information.
Non-Compete
Restrictions on competing activities.
Termination
How the agreement can be ended.
Without a Template vs. With This One
| Aspect | Without a Template | With This Template |
|---|---|---|
| Terms | Verbal agreements | Written binding terms |
| Obligations | Unclear responsibilities | Defined obligations for each party |
| Payment | No payment terms | Clear payment schedule and terms |
Who This Template Is For
Built for the people who actually write and send scope of work documents, here's why it fits each of them.
Creative Agencies
- Standardize agreements
- Define service terms
- Protect the business
Freelance Consultants
- Formalize engagements
- Define terms clearly
- Get paid properly
Project Managers
- Manage consulting work
- Define obligations
- Track deliverables
Startup Founders
- Engage consultants
- Define terms
- Set expectations
Marketing Teams
- Define consulting terms
- Set expectations
- Manage budgets
Product Teams
- Define consulting terms
- Set timelines
- Manage consulting
How to Use This Template
Fill in party details
Add consultant and client names.
Define services and obligations
List services and each party's responsibilities.
Set payment and confidentiality
Define fee structure and confidentiality terms.
Send for signature
Save to Taskip for e-signature.
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FAQs: Consulting Agreement Template
What is a consulting agreement?
A consulting agreement is a binding document defining the services, obligations, payment, and conditions for a consulting engagement.
What should a consulting agreement include?
At minimum: services, obligations, payment terms, confidentiality, non-compete, and termination conditions.
Is this consulting agreement free?
Yes, free to download and customize. Save to Taskip for e-signature.
Do I need a non-compete clause?
A non-compete clause is optional but recommended if the consultant will have access to sensitive competitive information.
How do I handle intellectual property?
Add an IP section defining ownership of work product and any pre-existing intellectual property.
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