Financial Writer Agreement

FINANCIAL WRITER AGREEMENT

Parties

Client Name:

Writer Name (Individual or Business):

Effective Date and Recitals

Effective Date: . This Agreement sets forth the terms under which the Writer will provide financial writing, research and editorial services to the Client as described below.

Scope of Services

Writer shall provide professional financial content, including but not limited to articles, reports, analysis, commentary, and other written material as specified in individual Statements of Work. Specific deliverables, quantity and deadlines shall be set forth in writing prior to commencement of each assignment.

Compensation & Payment

Client agrees to pay Writer as set forth below. Unless otherwise agreed in a signed Statement of Work, the default compensation terms are:

Per-word rate: $    Per-article fee: $

Or flat project fee: $

Late payments shall accrue interest at on the overdue balance, or the maximum permitted by law, whichever is less.

Bank transfer/ACH    Check    Wire transfer    Other:

Expenses

Reasonable, pre-approved out-of-pocket expenses will be reimbursed upon submission of receipts. Pre-approval required for any single expense in excess of $.

Intellectual Property; Work Product

Except as expressly agreed in writing, all original written work produced by Writer specifically for Client under this Agreement (the "Work Product") shall be considered a work made for hire and, upon full payment, all right, title and interest in the Work Product shall be assigned to Client. To the extent any rights cannot be assigned, Writer hereby irrevocably grants and assigns to Client all right, title and interest, including copyrights, in perpetuity and throughout the world.

Writer may retain and use for portfolio purposes excerpts not exceeding provided such use does not disclose confidential information or trade secrets of Client.

Confidentiality

Writer agrees to hold in confidence and not disclose or use for any purpose other than performance of this Agreement any nonpublic information disclosed by Client. Confidential information does not include information that is or becomes publicly available through no breach by Writer or information independently developed by Writer without use of Client's confidential information.

Representations, Warranties & Indemnification

Writer represents and warrants that the Work Product will be original, will not infringe the rights of any third party, and will comply with applicable laws and industry standards. Writer shall indemnify, defend and hold Client harmless from any claim, loss or expense (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from breach of the foregoing representations and warranties.

Independent Contractor; Taxes

Writer is an independent contractor. Nothing in this Agreement creates an employment, partnership, joint venture or agency relationship. Writer is responsible for all taxes, withholdings and other statutory obligations arising from compensation paid under this Agreement.

Term; Termination

This Agreement commences on the Effective Date and continues until terminated by either party upon prior written notice. Client may terminate for convenience; Writer shall be paid for all work performed and reasonable, pre-approved expenses incurred through the effective date of termination.

Limitation of Liability; Remedies

Except for liability arising from breaches of the IP assignment, confidentiality obligations, or gross negligence or willful misconduct, neither party shall be liable for consequential, incidental or special damages. The parties' aggregate liability for direct damages shall be limited to the total fees paid or payable to Writer under the applicable Statement of Work.

Governing Law; Venue

This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the state of , without regard to conflict of laws principles. Any dispute shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in that state unless the parties agree in writing otherwise.

Miscellaneous

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties regarding its subject matter and supersedes prior agreements. Amendments must be in writing and signed by both parties. If any provision is held unenforceable, the remainder shall remain in full force.

Tax and Withholding Information

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