Legal Law Firm Document Template

LEGAL LAW FIRM DOCUMENT TEMPLATE

This Engagement Agreement ("Agreement") is made and entered into as of by and between Law Firm Name: with principal place of business at , and Client Name: located at . Each of the foregoing is referred to herein as a "Party" and collectively as the "Parties."

RECITALS

WHEREAS, the Client desires to retain the Law Firm to perform legal services in connection with the matters described below; and

WHEREAS, the Law Firm is willing to provide such services on the terms and conditions set forth herein and subject to applicable professional rules of conduct; and

WHEREAS, the Parties intend by this Agreement to set forth their respective rights and obligations concerning the engagement, fees, confidentiality, and termination of services.

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

1. SCOPE OF ENGAGEMENT

1.1 Engagement. The Law Firm shall provide legal services to the Client as set forth in the scope below. Services shall be limited to those matters expressly described and may be amended only in writing.

2. FEES AND BILLING

2.1 Hourly Rates. Client agrees to pay for services at the hourly rates of attorneys and other personnel as set by the Law Firm. Current hourly rate for primary attorney: per hour. Rates are subject to periodic adjustment upon reasonable notice.

2.2 Alternatives and Flat Fees. If the Parties agree to a flat fee, the amount and the scope covered shall be set forth: Flat fee (if applicable): .

2.3 Billing. The Law Firm will issue invoices monthly or at other agreed intervals. Invoices will set forth hours and descriptions of services, expenses incurred, and payments applied. Payment is due within thirty (30) days of invoice date unless otherwise agreed in writing.

3. RETAINER AND TRUST ACCOUNT

3.1 Retainer. Client shall pay an initial retainer in the amount of . The retainer will be held in the Law Firm's client trust account and applied to fees and costs as billed.

3.2 Trust Accounting. Funds in trust will be maintained in accordance with applicable professional rules. The Law Firm shall provide accounting for trust funds upon request and will promptly remit any unearned trust balance to the Client upon final billing or termination of this Agreement.

4. CLIENT COOPERATION

Client shall provide timely, accurate information and cooperate fully with the Law Firm. Failure to cooperate may be grounds for suspension or termination of representation and the Client remains responsible for fees and costs incurred.

5. CONFIDENTIALITY AND PRIVILEGE

The Law Firm shall maintain the confidentiality of all information obtained in the course of the engagement consistent with applicable rules of professional responsibility. Communications made for the purpose of obtaining legal advice are intended to be privileged; however, privilege may be waived by the Client. The Client authorizes the Law Firm to take reasonable measures to preserve privilege and confidentiality.

6. CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

Prior to or during the engagement, the Law Firm may identify potential conflicts of interest. The Law Firm represents that, to the best of its knowledge, no conflict exists except as disclosed in writing:

7. TERM AND TERMINATION

This Agreement shall commence on the effective date set forth above and shall continue until the completion of the services or earlier termination. Either Party may terminate this Agreement upon written notice. Upon termination, the Client shall pay all fees and expenses incurred through the date of termination.

8. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Except to the extent prohibited by governing law, the Law Firm's liability for any claim arising from this engagement shall be limited to the total fees actually paid by the Client to the Law Firm for the services giving rise to the claim. In no event shall the Law Firm be liable for consequential, incidental, punitive or exemplary damages.

9. RECORDS, BILLING DISPUTES, AND DOCUMENTS

Client shall be afforded reasonable access to billing records and files. Any dispute concerning an invoice must be submitted in writing within thirty (30) days of receipt. The Parties agree to attempt resolution in good faith prior to pursuing formal dispute resolution.

10. NOTICES

All notices required or permitted under this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered to the addresses below by personal delivery, certified mail, or recognized overnight courier, and shall be effective upon receipt.

11. AMENDMENTS; WAIVER; COUNTERPARTS

This Agreement may be amended only by a written instrument executed 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 instrument.

12. GOVERNING LAW; ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of , without regard to its conflict of laws principles.

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral. If any provision of this Agreement is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

13. MISCELLANEOUS

13.1 Assignment. Neither Party may assign this Agreement without the prior written consent of the other, except that the Law Firm may assign its rights to a successor firm in connection with a merger or sale.

13.2 Taxes and Costs. The Client is responsible for any taxes, filing fees, court costs, and other out-of-pocket expenses incurred on the Client's behalf. The Law Firm may require reimbursement or payment in advance of such costs.

CLIENT ENTITY TYPE

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ADDITIONAL TERMS

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