Legal Paper File Returns

LEGAL PAPER FILE RETURNS

This Legal Paper File Returns Agreement (the Agreement) is made as of by and between Custodian Name: with address: (Custodian), and Requesting Party Name: with address: (Requesting Party).

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Custodian has maintained physical case files, records, and original paper documents (collectively, the Paper Files) relating to the matter identified as Matter Name/Number: ; and

WHEREAS, Requesting Party has requested return of certain Paper Files and Custodian is willing to return such Paper Files subject to the terms, conditions and certifications set forth in this Agreement; and

WHEREAS, the parties intend that the transfer of custody effected by this Agreement preserve privilege, confidentiality, and a clear record of receipts and responsibilities.

NOW, THEREFORE

In consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein, the parties agree as follows:

1. DEFINITIONS

"Paper Files" means all physical documents, correspondence, pleadings, exhibits, transcripts, original signed agreements, and tangible records described in Section 2 that are in Custodian's possession and subject to return under this Agreement.

2. SCOPE OF RETURN

Custodian will return the Paper Files listed below to Requesting Party. The parties acknowledge that the list is representative and that additional discrete items may be identified, documented, and included under the procedures of Section 4.

Originals included May include privileged materials Copies/duplicates included

3. CONDITION OF FILES; INSPECTION

Custodian represents that, to the best of its knowledge, the Paper Files being returned are intact and are the documents described in Section 2. Requesting Party will inspect the Paper Files within calendar days of receipt and notify Custodian in writing of any claimed discrepancies, shortages, or damage. Failure to provide timely written notice constitutes acceptance of the Paper Files as delivered.

4. DELIVERY; ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF RECEIPT

Delivery Method: . Expected delivery date: .

Immediately upon delivery, Requesting Party will execute and return to Custodian the Acknowledgment of Receipt included as part of this Agreement by signing the signature block below. The Acknowledgment will identify any seals, labels, or inventory numbers associated with returned boxes or folders.

5. FEES, CHARGES, AND COSTS

Requesting Party shall pay Custodian reasonable handling, retrieval, and delivery fees in the amount of: and any applicable out-of-pocket expenses (e.g., courier fees, packing). Payment terms: Net days from invoice.

6. PRIVILEGE, CONFIDENTIALITY, AND PRIVACY

The parties acknowledge that some Paper Files may contain privileged or confidential information. Custodian does not waive any privilege by transferring custody. Requesting Party will safeguard privileged materials and will not disclose any privileged communications except as required by law or as agreed in writing. If privileged materials are inadvertently included in the Paper Files, the producing party retains the right to demand immediate return, and Requesting Party will promptly return such materials without review.

7. REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES

Each party represents and warrants that it has full corporate or organizational authority to execute this Agreement, that the execution and performance do not violate any contractual obligations, and that all information provided to the other is true and correct in all material respects.

8. INDEMNIFICATION

Requesting Party shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Custodian and its agents from and against any claims, liabilities, losses, damages, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of Requesting Party's possession, handling, disclosure, or loss of the Paper Files after delivery, except to the extent caused by Custodian's gross negligence or willful misconduct.

9. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Except for willful misconduct or gross negligence, neither party will be liable to the other for special, incidental, consequential or punitive damages arising out of this Agreement. The aggregate liability of each party for any claim arising under this Agreement will not exceed the fees actually paid under Section 5 for the Paper Files at issue.

10. NOTICES

All notices required or permitted under this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered by hand, overnight courier, or certified mail to the contact information below and will be effective upon receipt.

11. AMENDMENTS; WAIVER

No amendment or waiver of any provision of this Agreement will be effective unless in writing and signed by both parties. No failure or delay by either party in exercising any right will operate as a waiver of that right.

12. GOVERNING LAW

This Agreement will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction where Custodian maintains its principal place of business as set forth herein, without regard to its conflict of law rules. The parties submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in that jurisdiction for any dispute arising under this Agreement.

13. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements, understandings, negotiations and discussions, whether oral or written, regarding the return of the Paper Files.

14. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable in any respect, the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions will not be affected and the parties will negotiate in good faith to replace the invalid or unenforceable provision with a valid provision that approximates the parties' intent.

15. COUNTERPARTS

This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which will be deemed an original, and all of which together will constitute one and the same instrument. Signatures transmitted by electronic image or facsimile will be treated as originals for all purposes.

ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS

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