Parties
Names and legal entity details for manager and client including tax ID and contact information for notices.
A consistent template reduces drafting errors, clarifies fee and fiduciary duties, and creates an auditable record for compliance with tax and securities rules. It also makes it easier to collect signatures, evidence consent, and preserve a complete execution trail for disputes or regulatory review.
Investment managers, wealth advisors, compliance officers, and private clients commonly prepare and exchange this agreement.
The template helps multiple stakeholders align on operational, regulatory, and commercial terms before onboarding or continuing an investment relationship.
Names and legal entity details for manager and client including tax ID and contact information for notices.
Services description, discretionary limits, investment objectives, permitted instruments, and any portfolio constraints.
Management and performance fee formulas, billing frequency, expense reimbursement rules, and payment mechanics.
Custodian designation, cash handling, wire instructions, and instructions for trade settlement and asset transfers.
Report cadence, content requirements, delivery method, and reconciliation procedures for statements and performance reports.
Notice periods, wind-down obligations, final accounting, and post-termination asset transfer procedures.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Signer Authentication | Email + SMS code or KBA for higher assurance |
| Access Links | Expire links after 7–30 days |
| Audit Trail | Enable full IP, timestamp, and action logging |
| Document Retention | Retain signed copies for required legal periods |
Choose delivery and storage options that meet your security and integration needs.
Confirm recipient device compatibility and encryption in transit and at rest to maintain chain-of-custody and audit readiness.
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day free trial | Varies by vendor | Varies by vendor | Varies by vendor | Varies by vendor |
| Bulk Send | Yes (tiered) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Envelope Cap | No cap | 100 envelopes/user/year | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |
Enter MM/DD/YYYY; governs fee accrual and reporting start.
Specify number of days after execution for initial funding.
Standard 30 days after quarter end for statements.
Require X days' notice for material amendments.
Collect tax info promptly to meet year-end reporting obligations.