Legal Rights to Represent

LEGAL RIGHTS TO REPRESENT

This Legal Rights to Represent Agreement (the Agreement) is entered into as of Effective Date: by and between Client Name: with principal address at (\"Client\") and Representative Name: with principal address at (\"Representative\").

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Client seeks to engage Representative to act on Client’s behalf with respect to certain matters described below and to grant Representative the limited authorities set forth in this Agreement; and

WHEREAS, Representative has represented that Representative possesses the necessary experience, licensure if applicable, and capacity to represent Client and to exercise the authorities granted herein; and

WHEREAS, the parties desire to set forth in writing the scope, limitations, and duration of Representative’s authority to act on behalf of Client.

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

1. DEFINITIONS

For purposes of this Agreement: (a) \"Matter\" means the specific subject for which Client engages Representative, as described in Section 2; (b) \"Authority\" means the legal power to take actions on behalf of Client as set forth in Section 3; and (c) \"Confidential Information\" means nonpublic information disclosed in connection with the Matter.

2. SPECIFIC MATTER

3. GRANT OF AUTHORITY

Client hereby appoints Representative as Client’s agent and attorney-in-fact, with full power and authority to act on behalf of Client solely for the Matter described in Section 2. Representative’s authority is limited to the specific acts expressly granted in this Section and any acts reasonably necessary to effectuate those powers.

Representative is expressly authorized to perform the following actions on behalf of Client (select all that apply):

Negotiate terms, settlements, or agreements related to the Matter Execute, deliver, and accept documents and instruments necessary to effectuate settlement or agreement Retain, instruct, and compensate legal counsel, experts, or consultants for the Matter Receive, review, and disclose Confidential Information to third parties as necessary to prosecute or defend the Matter Receive, disburse, and account for funds or proceeds in connection with settlements or awards for the Matter

Any authority not expressly granted above is reserved to Client. Representative shall not bind Client to obligations outside the scope of the selected authorities without Client’s prior written consent.

4. SCOPE OF REPRESENTATION; LIMITATIONS

Representative shall act diligently, in good faith, and in Client’s best interests. Representative’s actions shall be limited to the Matter and the authorities selected in Section 3. Representative shall not (a) settle or waive Client’s substantive rights in a manner materially adverse to Client without express written authorization, or (b) incur any financial obligation on behalf of Client other than those previously authorized in writing.

5. TERM AND TERMINATION

This Agreement commences on the Effective Date and continues until the earlier of: (a) completion of the Matter; (b) mutual written agreement of the parties; or (c) termination by either party upon written notice delivered to the other party at least days prior to the effective termination date. Termination of this Agreement shall not relieve Client of obligations incurred prior to termination.

6. FEES, COSTS, AND ACCOUNTING

Unless otherwise agreed in a separate fee agreement, Representative shall be entitled to reimbursement of reasonable out-of-pocket costs and expenses incurred in connection with the Matter. If Representative will receive compensation or contingency fees, such terms must be set forth in a separate written fee agreement executed by Client and Representative prior to Representative undertaking compensated work.

7. CONFIDENTIALITY

Representative shall maintain the confidentiality of all Confidential Information received from Client and shall not disclose such information to third parties except as necessary to carry out the authorized representation or as required by law. The obligations in this Section survive termination of this Agreement.

8. REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES

Client represents and warrants that Client has full power, authority, and capacity to enter into this Agreement and to grant the authorities herein, and that no other person or entity must join as a necessary party for the exercise of the authorities granted. Client agrees to promptly notify Representative of any change in authority or circumstances that could materially affect Representative’s ability to act.

9. INDEMNIFICATION

Client shall indemnify and hold harmless Representative from and against any claims, liabilities, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of actions taken by Representative in good faith within the scope of the authority granted in this Agreement. Representative shall provide prompt notice of any claim for which indemnification is sought.

10. NOTICES

All notices, demands, or other communications required or permitted under this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered to the addresses below by hand delivery, nationally recognized overnight courier, or certified mail, return receipt requested.

11. GOVERNING LAW

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction specified by the parties below. The parties submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of that jurisdiction for actions arising out of or relating to this Agreement.

12. ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY

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 to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be severed and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

13. AMENDMENT; WAIVER; COUNTERPARTS

No amendment or waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall be effective unless in writing and signed by both parties. A waiver of any breach shall not constitute a waiver of any subsequent breach. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, and electronic signatures shall be deemed binding.

14. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

The parties agree to cooperate and execute such further documents and to take such additional actions as may be reasonably necessary to carry out the purposes of this Agreement. Headings are for convenience only and shall not affect interpretation.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Each party acknowledges that they have read and understand this Agreement, have had the opportunity to obtain independent advice, and enter into this Agreement voluntarily. Client certifies that the execution of this Agreement does not violate any contractual obligation or law binding on Client.

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