Legal Consultation Agreement
Define the terms of a legal consultation.
Scope of Work Template
Consultation
The legal matter to be discussed.
This template also covers:
- Fees
- Confidentiality
- No Ongoing Duty
- Follow-up
What is a Legal Consultation Agreement?
A legal consultation agreement defines the scope, fees, and terms for a legal consultation.
A legal consultation agreement is a document that outlines the terms of a legal consultation: scope, fees, confidentiality, and conditions.
- Used for legal consultations
- Typically 1-2 pages
- Legally binding when signed
- Covers consultation scope
- Defines fee structure
What's Inside This Template
5 structured sections, ready to fill in for your project.
Consultation
The legal matter to be discussed.
Fees
Consultation fee and payment terms.
Confidentiality
Protection of consultation information.
No Ongoing Duty
Confirmation this does not create ongoing representation.
Follow-up
How to engage for additional work.
Without a Template vs. With This One
| Aspect | Without a Scope of Work | With This Template |
|---|---|---|
| Formality | Informal consultation | Formal written consultation agreement |
| Fees | Unclear consultation fees | Defined consultation fee and payment terms |
| Duty | Ambiguous ongoing duty | Clear no ongoing duty clause |
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
- Formalize legal consultations
- Define fee structures
- Protect the business
Freelance Designers
- Engage legal counsel
- Define scope clearly
- Set fee expectations
Project Managers
- Manage legal consultations
- Define deliverables
- Track obligations
Startup Founders
- Engage legal counsel
- Budget consultation costs
- Define scope
Marketing Teams
- Define consultation scope
- Set expectations
- Manage budgets
Product Teams
- Define consultation requirements
- Set timelines
- Manage legal aspects
How to Use This Template
Fill in party details
Add attorney and client names, matter description.
Define consultation scope
Set the legal matter to be discussed.
Set fees and confidentiality
Define consultation fee and confidentiality terms.
Send for signature
Save to Taskip for e-signature.
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FAQs — Legal Consultation Agreement
What is a legal consultation agreement?
A legal consultation agreement is a document outlining the terms of a one-time legal consultation: scope, fees, and conditions.
What should a consultation agreement include?
At minimum: consultation scope, fees, confidentiality, no ongoing duty statement, and follow-up terms.
Is this consultation agreement free?
Yes, free to download and customize. Save to Taskip for e-signature.
Does a consultation create ongoing representation?
No. The template includes a "no ongoing duty" clause confirming this is a one-time consultation only.
How do I follow up after a consultation?
The template includes a follow-up section for engaging for additional legal work if needed.
Legal Consultation Agreement — free to download, no credit card required