Legal Remote Law Addendum

LEGAL REMOTE LAW ADDENDUM

This Remote Law Addendum ("Addendum") is entered into on this day of , , by and between Client Name: and Law Firm Name: (each a "Party" and together the "Parties").

RECITALS

WHEREAS, the Parties are bound by an existing engagement agreement or retainer agreement governing provision of legal services (the "Engagement Agreement"); and

WHEREAS, the Parties desire to supplement the Engagement Agreement to address the provision of remote legal services, including the use of electronic communications, remote meetings, and electronic signature and document exchange; and

WHEREAS, the Parties acknowledge that remote delivery involves differing procedures, security considerations and responsibilities that should be defined in writing.

NOW, THEREFORE

In consideration of the mutual covenants set forth herein and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the Parties agree as follows:

1. DEFINITIONS

For the purposes of this Addendum, the following terms have the meanings set forth below:

"Remote Services" means legal advice, counseling, document drafting, negotiation, representation and other professional services delivered by electronic means rather than in-person appearance.

"Technology" means the electronic systems, software and platforms used to transmit communications and documents, including but not limited to videoconferencing, secure file transfer, electronic mail, and e-signature tools.

2. SCOPE OF REMOTE SERVICES

The Law Firm shall provide Remote Services as described in the Engagement Agreement and as further detailed in the scope below. Remote Services shall include electronic communication, remote conferences, document review, drafting and execution of documents by electronic means, and any other services expressly agreed in writing.

3. TECHNOLOGY, SECURITY AND CONFIDENTIALITY

The Law Firm will use commercially reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect the confidentiality and security of electronic communications and stored information. Such measures shall include encryption where available, secure transmission methods for sensitive documents, and access controls for firm personnel.

The Client acknowledges that remote transmission involves inherent risks, including interception, unauthorized access, and data loss. The Client shall use reasonable precautions on Client systems and shall promptly notify the Law Firm of any known or suspected security incidents.

Client consents to use of the following remote methods for communication and service delivery (check all that apply):

Videoconference (audio and video)
Email communications
Secure file transfer / cloud sharing
Electronic signatures and executed electronic documents

4. CONFIDENTIALITY, PRIVILEGE AND RECORDS

All communications made in connection with remote legal services shall remain confidential and, where applicable, subject to attorney-client privilege. The Law Firm shall take reasonable steps to preserve privilege; however, the Parties acknowledge that electronic transmission may create evidentiary and security considerations.

The Law Firm will maintain records of remote communications and executed documents in accordance with professional retention obligations. The Parties may agree in writing to additional retention or destruction procedures.

5. CLIENT RESPONSIBILITIES

The Client shall: (a) maintain compatible hardware and software; (b) protect access credentials and promptly notify the Law Firm of unauthorized access; (c) provide necessary original documents or verifications when requested; and (d) timely review and confirm documents transmitted electronically.

6. FEES AND EXPENSES

Unless otherwise agreed in writing, the Client remains responsible for all fees and expenses as set forth in the Engagement Agreement. The Law Firm may bill for time spent preparing and managing remote technology and for any third-party technology or platform fees passed through to the Client.

7. DELIVERY OF DOCUMENTS AND ORIGINALS

Unless otherwise required by law or agreed in writing, electronically transmitted documents shall be treated as effective for all purposes. If original physical documents are required, the Party requesting originals shall bear the cost of reproduction and delivery.

8. ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES

The Parties agree that electronic signatures, including but not limited to typed names, electronic signature platforms, and facsimile or scanned signatures, shall constitute valid and binding execution for purposes of this Addendum and related documents, to the extent permitted by applicable law.

By checking the box below, Client expressly consents to execution of documents by electronic means and acknowledges that the Client's use of such signatures has the same force and effect as a handwritten signature.

Client consents to electronic execution and retention of documents

9. TERMINATION

Either Party may terminate provision of Remote Services upon written notice to the other Party. Termination of Remote Services does not terminate the Engagement Agreement unless the Parties expressly so state in writing. Upon termination, the Client shall pay for services rendered and expenses incurred through the effective date of termination.

10. NOTICES

All notices and communications required or permitted under this Addendum shall be in writing and delivered to the addresses set forth below or to such other address as a Party may designate in writing in accordance with this section.

11. AMENDMENTS; WAIVER; COUNTERPARTS

This Addendum may be amended or modified only by a written instrument executed by both Parties. No failure or delay by either Party in exercising any right under this Addendum shall operate as a waiver of that right. This Addendum 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; SEVERABILITY; ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This Addendum shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of , without regard to choice-of-law principles.

If any provision of this Addendum is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder of this Addendum shall remain in full force and effect. This Addendum, together with the Engagement Agreement, constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior oral and written communications related to the subject matter of this Addendum.

13. MISCELLANEOUS

The Parties agree to cooperate in good faith to implement the terms of this Addendum. Any dispute arising under this Addendum shall be resolved in accordance with any dispute resolution provisions set forth in the Engagement Agreement, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

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