Legal Filing Engagement Template

LEGAL FILING ENGAGEMENT AGREEMENT

This Legal Filing Engagement Agreement (the Agreement) is made as of Effective Date: by and between Client Name: with Principal Address: and Filing Agent/Firm Name: with Principal Address: .

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Client seeks to obtain legal filings and related services including preparation, review, submission, and post-filing maintenance for specified matters (the Services); and

WHEREAS, Firm is duly authorized and has the competence and experience to provide the Services and to act as an agent or attorney for Client in connection with such filings in the jurisdictions specified below; and

WHEREAS, Client and Firm desire to set forth their respective duties, fees, and terms of engagement in this Agreement.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein, the parties agree as follows:

1. SCOPE OF SERVICES

1.1 Services. Firm will perform the following Services: preparation and filing of legal documents; representation before filing agencies; monitoring of filing status; and reasonable post-filing correspondence and filings required to effectuate the purpose of the filings. Specific filings to be provided under this Agreement include: in Jurisdiction(s): .

1.2 Excluded Services. Services do not include litigation, tax advice, corporate governance beyond filing preparation unless expressly agreed in writing, or other services not expressly described herein. Additional services will be provided only upon written agreement and subject to additional fees.

2. CLIENT COOPERATION

2.1 Cooperation. Client shall provide accurate information, execute documents promptly, and cooperate fully with Firm. Client Representative: Email/Phone: .

2.2 Reliance on Client Data. Firm may rely on Client-supplied information without independent verification. Client warrants that all information provided is true, complete and not misleading.

3. FEES, COSTS, AND PAYMENT

3.1 Professional Fees. Client agrees to pay Fees for the Services as follows: Fee Type (select): Fixed Fee Hourly Other

3.2 Costs and Disbursements. Client shall reimburse Firm for filing fees, courier fees, government taxes, search fees, and other out-of-pocket charges (Costs). Firm may require payment of Costs in advance. Costs are separate from professional Fees.

3.3 Billing and Payment Terms. Invoices are due within 30 days of receipt unless otherwise agreed in writing. Unpaid amounts may accrue interest at the lesser of 1.5% per month or the maximum allowed by law, and Firm may suspend work for nonpayment.

4. RETAINER TRUST ACCOUNT

If a retainer is deposited, it will be held in Firm's client trust account and applied to Fees and Costs in accordance with applicable professional responsibility rules. Client acknowledges that funds in trust may be used to satisfy outstanding invoices after reasonable notice.

5. FILING DEADLINES AND PERFORMANCE

5.1 Timetable. Firm will use reasonable efforts to complete and file Documents by Filing Deadline: subject to timely receipt of Client information and government processing times.

5.2 No Guarantee. Firm does not guarantee any particular result, acceptance, or timing by filing authorities and is not responsible for delays or rejections caused by governmental action or Client failure to provide required information.

6. RECORDS AND DOCUMENT RETENTION

Firm will retain files and documents in electronic or physical form for a period consistent with Firm policy and applicable law. After that period, Firm may destroy files without further notice unless Client otherwise directs in writing.

7. CONFIDENTIALITY

Firm will hold confidential information provided by Client and will not disclose it except as authorized by Client, required by law, or necessary to perform the Services. Firm may, when appropriate, consult with external vendors provided such vendors are bound by confidentiality obligations.

8. CONFLICTS; AUTHORITY

Client represents that the engagement of Firm does not create a conflict of interest with any other matter to which Client is a party. If a conflict exists or arises, Firm will notify Client and may withdraw if required by professional rules. Client warrants it has authority to engage Firm and to authorize filings described herein.

9. TERM; TERMINATION

This Agreement commences on the Effective Date and continues until completion of the Services unless earlier terminated. Either party may terminate upon written notice. Client remains responsible for Fees and Costs incurred through the effective date of termination and for additional reasonable wind-up costs.

10. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Except as prohibited by applicable law, Firm's liability for any claim arising from or related to this Agreement shall be limited to the Fees paid by Client for the Services giving rise to the claim. Neither party shall be liable for consequential, incidental, or punitive damages.

11. NOTICES

All notices required or permitted under this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered to the addresses below or to such other address as may be designated in writing.

12. AMENDMENTS; WAIVER; COUNTERPARTS

This Agreement may be amended only by a written instrument signed by both parties. No waiver of any provision shall be effective unless in writing. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original and all of which together shall constitute one agreement.

13. GOVERNING LAW; ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Jurisdiction of Governing Law: without regard to conflict-of-law principles. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties concerning its subject matter. If any provision is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

14. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

14.1 Independent Contractor. Firm is an independent contractor. Nothing in this Agreement creates an employment, joint venture, or partnership relationship between the parties.

14.2 Subcontracting. Firm may engage third-party service providers or vendors to assist with the Services, provided Firm remains responsible for performance.

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