Legal Support Decision Template

LEGAL SUPPORT DECISION TEMPLATE

This Legal Support Decision (the "Decision") is made as of by and between Requesting Party: , Address: and Supporting Entity: , Address: .

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Requesting Party has requested legal support from Supporting Entity in connection with the matter described as: and further detailed in the statement of facts below; and

WHEREAS, Supporting Entity has reviewed the relevant facts, potential conflicts, and budgetary implications and is authorized by its governing authority to make a decision to provide legal support subject to the terms set forth herein; and

WHEREAS, the parties intend by this Decision to set forth the scope, conditions, and controls applicable to the provision of legal support for the matter.

NOW, THEREFORE

In consideration of the foregoing recitals and the mutual covenants contained in this Decision, the parties agree as follows.

1. DEFINITIONS

For purposes of this Decision, the following terms shall have the meanings set forth below: "Matter" means the legal issue described in the recitals and further detailed in Section 2; "Covered Costs" means reasonable attorneys' fees, court costs, and out-of-pocket expenses incurred in connection with representation approved under this Decision.

2. SCOPE OF LEGAL SUPPORT

Supporting Entity authorizes the following categories of support for the Matter (select all that apply):

Representation by outside counsel Legal advice and consultation Fee reimbursement to Requesting Party Indemnification for covered liabilities

The Matter description and objectives:

3. AUTHORIZATION, CONDITIONS AND LIMITS

Supporting Entity authorizes legal support subject to the following conditions: (a) conflicts of interest and conflict waivers shall be addressed prior to retention; (b) all fee arrangements require advance written approval by the designated approving officer; (c) the scope of representation is limited to the Matter described in Section 2 and any expansion requires formal amendment of this Decision.

Approved counsel or firm (if applicable): . Primary contact at counsel: .

4. BUDGET, FEES AND EXPENSES

The maximum authorized budget for Covered Costs is $ unless otherwise approved in writing. Any single invoice or fee commitment exceeding $ requires prior written approval by Supporting Entity's authorized officer.

Billing standards: counsel shall bill in accordance with customary timekeeping practices, provide itemized invoices, and include a brief narrative of services rendered. Payment shall be made within the period agreed between the parties following receipt and verification of an appropriate invoice.

5. COUNSEL SELECTION, RETENTION AND CONFLICTS

Selection of counsel shall be made by Supporting Entity in consultation with Requesting Party. All counsel retained must execute a written engagement letter that addresses scope, fee arrangement, conflicts, and confidentiality obligations. Counsel shall conduct a conflicts check and obtain any required waivers prior to commencing work.

6. CONFIDENTIALITY

All non-public information exchanged in connection with the Matter shall be treated as confidential and used solely for the purpose of representation in the Matter. Counsel shall maintain client confidentiality and privilege in accordance with applicable law. Nothing in this Decision waives or alters attorney-client privilege or work product protections except as expressly agreed in writing.

7. COOPERATION AND REPORTING

Requesting Party shall cooperate fully with Supporting Entity and counsel, including providing timely access to documents, witnesses, and other information. Counsel shall provide periodic reports on status, developments, and budgetary consumption at the following frequency: .

8. INDEMNIFICATION AND LIMITATIONS

To the extent expressly authorized in this Decision, Supporting Entity agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Requesting Party from Covered Costs arising from the Matter, except for liability resulting from Requesting Party's gross negligence, willful misconduct, or actions outside the scope of the representation. Indemnification obligations are subject to any financial limits set forth herein.

9. TERM AND TERMINATION

This Decision shall be effective as of the date first written above and shall remain in effect until the conclusion of the Matter or until earlier terminated in writing by either party upon thirty (30) days' prior written notice. Termination shall not relieve either party of obligations incurred prior to termination.

10. NOTICES

All notices under this Decision shall be in writing and delivered to the addresses below by registered mail, courier, or email as agreed between the parties.

11. AMENDMENTS, WAIVER AND COUNTERPARTS

This Decision may be amended only by a written instrument signed by both parties. No failure or delay by either party in exercising any right shall operate as a waiver, and any waiver must be in writing. This Decision may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original but all of which together shall constitute one instrument.

12. GOVERNING LAW; ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY

This Decision shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction specified by Supporting Entity: , without regard to conflicts of law principles. This Decision constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to its subject matter and supersedes all prior understandings. If any provision of this Decision is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

13. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

The parties represent and warrant that each individual executing this Decision on behalf of a party is duly authorized to do so. Any costs of counsel or third-party experts not expressly approved in advance shall not be charged to Supporting Entity.

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