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LJ IMAGES PHOTOGRAPHY CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT

This Confidentiality Agreement (hereinafter referred to as the "Agreement") is made and effective the day of , by and between (hereinafter referred to as the "Client") and (hereinafter referred to as the "Photographer").

1. Confidential Information.

Client proposes to pay photographer (LJ Images Photography) to take/produces photos/video that are confidential and proprietary information (the "Confidential Information"). Confidential Information shall include all photographs/video, data, materials, products, technology, financial information, and other information about the client disclosed or submitted, orally, in writing, or by any other media, to the photographer.

2. Photographer’s Obligations.

A. Photographer agrees that the Confidential Information is to be considered confidential and proprietary to client and shall not use the Confidential Information/Photographs/video other than for the purposes of its business with client, and shall disclose it only to its employees or assistants that are involved with producing the images for the client with a specific need to know. Photographer will not disclose, publish or otherwise reveal any of the Confidential Information/Photographs/video taken to any other party whatsoever except with the specific prior written authorization of Owner.

B. Confidential Information furnished in tangible form shall not be duplicated by photographer except for purposes of this Agreement. Upon the request of client, photographer shall return all Confidential Information received in written or tangible form, including copies, or reproductions or other media containing such Confidential Information, within ten (10) days of such request. At clients’ option, any documents or other media developed by the photographer containing Confidential Information/Photographs/Video may be destroyed by photographer. Photographer shall provide a written certificate to Owner regarding destruction within ten (10) days thereafter.

3. Term.

The obligations of photographer herein shall be effective from the date and time client discloses any Confidential Information to photographer pursuant to this Agreement. Further, the obligation not to disclose shall not be affected by bankruptcy, receivership, assignment, attachment or seizure procedures, whether initiated by or against photographer, nor by the rejection of any agreement between client and photographer, by a trustee of Recipient in bankruptcy, or by the Recipient as a debtor-in-possession or the equivalent of any of the foregoing under local law

4. Other Information.

Photographer shall have no obligation under this Agreement with respect to Confidential Information/Photographs/Video which becomes publicly available without breach of this Agreement by photographer; is rightfully received by client without obligations of confidentiality; or is developed by photographer without breach of this Agreement; provided, however, such Confidential Information/photographs shall not be disclosed until thirty (30) days after written notice of intent to disclose is given to Owner along with the asserted grounds for disclosure.

5. No License.

Nothing contained herein shall be construed as granting or conferring any rights by license or otherwise in any Confidential Information/Photographs/Video.

6. No Publicity.

Photographer agrees not to disclose its participation in this undertaking, the existence or terms and conditions of the Agreement, or the fact that discussions are being held with Client.

7. Governing Law and Equitable Relief.

This Agreement shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the State of and photographer consents to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state courts and U.S. federal courts located there for any dispute arising out of this Agreement. Photographer agrees that in the event of any breach or threatened breach by Photographer, Client may obtain, in addition to any other legal remedies which may be available, such equitable relief as may be necessary to protect Client against any such breach or threatened breach.

8. Final Agreement.

This Agreement terminates and supersedes all prior understandings or agreements on the subject matter hereof. This Agreement may be modified only by a further writing that is duly executed by both parties.

9. No Assignment.

Photographer may not assign this Agreement or any interest herein without Client’s express prior written consent.

10. Severability.

If any term of this Agreement is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid or unenforceable, then this Agreement, including all of the remaining terms, will remain in full force and effect as if such invalid or unenforceable term had never been included.

11. Notices.

Any notice required by this Agreement or given in connection with it, shall be in writing and shall be given to the appropriate party by personal delivery or by certified mail, postage prepaid, or recognized overnight delivery services.

Client's Name Address

Photographer’s Name Address

12. No Implied Waiver.

Either party's failure to insist in any one or more instances upon strict performance by the other party of any of the terms of this Agreement shall not be construed as a waiver of any continuing or subsequent failure to perform or delay in performance of any term hereof.

13. Headings.

Headings used in this Agreement are provided for convenience only and shall not be used to construe meaning or intent.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first above written.

[Client] Signature Block

Signature:

Name:

Date:

[Photographer] Signature Block

Signature:

Name:

Date:

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What a Confidentiality Agreement Is and when it's used

A Confidentiality Agreement (commonly called an NDA) is a written contract that establishes the terms under which one or more parties agree to keep specified information private. It identifies the disclosing and receiving parties, describes the confidential information, and sets permitted uses, duration, and remedies for breach. Confidentiality Agreements are routine in employment, vendor onboarding, mergers, fundraising, product development, and professional collaborations. They can be mutual or one-way and may include carve-outs for information already public, required disclosures by law, or preexisting knowledge.

Why a Confidentiality Agreement matters for your transaction

A clear Confidentiality Agreement reduces legal uncertainty, preserves trade secrets and customer data, and defines remedies if information is misused. It clarifies rights and expectations so parties can share sensitive information with lower litigation risk.

Why a Confidentiality Agreement matters for your transaction

Who commonly uses Confidentiality Agreements

Confidentiality Agreements are used across organizations and roles whenever confidential information is exchanged.

  • Startups and founders sharing pitch materials with investors and advisors; often one-way NDAs with defined term lengths.
  • Employers and contractors protecting trade secrets, IP, and customer lists during hiring, onboarding, or project work.
  • Buyers, sellers, and advisors conducting due diligence in M&A or asset sale processes where broad access to records is needed.

Choose the appropriate template scope and signatory authority based on industry and the information's sensitivity.

Typical signers and their roles

Company Executive

Chief officers or authorized corporate representatives sign on behalf of a business entity. They must have authority to bind the company and be able to accept service and enforcement obligations under the governing law.

Individual Contractor

Independent contractors, consultants, or freelancers sign in their individual capacity or on behalf of their business. Their signature should include full legal name, business name if applicable, and a printed title to show authority.

Core components to include in a professional Confidentiality Agreement

A well-drafted Confidentiality Agreement contains specific sections so obligations, scope, and remedies are enforceable and predictable.

Parties

Full legal names and entity types for disclosing and receiving parties, including a contact address for notices and an identification of signatory authority.

Definition of Confidential Information

Precise definition listing categories of protected data and any explicit exclusions such as publicly available information or independently developed materials.

Purpose and Use Restrictions

Clear statement limiting use of confidential information to defined purposes, prohibiting unauthorized copying, sharing, or reverse engineering.

Term and Return/Destruction

Duration of confidentiality obligations and procedures for returning or destroying confidential materials at termination or on written request.

Remedies and Liability

Equitable relief such as injunctive remedies, liquidated damages if appropriate, indemnities, and limitations of liability where permitted by law.

Governing Law and Venue

State law governing the agreement and the exclusive or permissive venue for dispute resolution, plus any arbitration clause if chosen.

Essential data fields to include

Full Party Names: Legal entity name
Addresses: Street, city, state, ZIP
Effective Date: MM/DD/YYYY
Term Length: Number of years
Definition: Confidential categories
Signature Block: Printed name and title

Step-by-step: completing a Confidentiality Agreement

Follow these sequential steps to prepare, review, and finalize a Confidentiality Agreement for typical business transactions.

  • 01
    Prepare draft: Identify parties, scope, and term before placing fields in the template.
  • 02
    Specify exclusions: Carve out public information and legally compelled disclosure protocols.
  • 03
    Review clauses: Confirm remedies, governing law, and any indemnities with counsel if needed.
  • 04
    Execute and distribute: Ensure authorized signers apply signatures and retain executed copies for records.

Where to send and how Confidentiality Agreements are processed

After signatures are collected, route executed agreements to designated custodians and, where required, to legal or compliance teams.

  • Primary Custodian: Legal or contracts team stores the executed agreement in central records.
  • Counterparty Copy: Provide a fully executed PDF to the other party for their records.
  • Internal Distribution: Share with project leads, security, and finance as needed for access control.
  • Recordkeeping: Retain signed copies per the retention schedule and applicable regulations.

How to configure an online signing workflow

Configure fields and authentication to match the agreement's sensitivity and required legal proof of signing.

Field Configuration
Signature Type E-signature or handwritten image
Authentication Email link, SMS code, or stronger ID verification
Order Sequential or parallel signer flow
Audit Trail Enable timestamp, IP, and action logs

Digital signing options and integration considerations

Choose platform settings that meet legal, security, and operational needs for confidential information.

  • Authentication: Email link, SMS, or knowledge-based options
  • Integrations: Salesforce, NetSuite, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace
  • Formats: PDF, DOCX support and audit export

Typical eSignature vendor pricing and capabilities for Confidentiality Agreements

Comparison of entry-level pricing and core capabilities for common eSignature vendors. signNow is listed first per platform guidance; features reflect typical plan availability.

signNow DocuSign Adobe Sign PandaDoc HelloSign
Starting Price $8/user/mo $15/user/mo $14/user/mo $19/user/mo $15/user/mo
Free Trial 7-day free trial Varies Varies Yes, limited Yes, limited
Bulk Send Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No

Consequences and legal risks of an incorrect or incomplete Confidentiality Agreement

Contract Ambiguity: May void enforceability
Unauthorized Disclosure: Potential damages and injunctive relief
Insufficient Signatory Authority: Contract may be voidable
Missing Definitions: Unclear scope of protection
Improper Jurisdiction: Unfavorable forum for disputes
Noncompliance: Regulatory penalties where applicable

Common mistakes to avoid when preparing a Confidentiality Agreement

  • Using overly broad or indefinite definitions that surprise the counterparty and invite litigation.
  • Failing to specify the agreement term or survival clause for key obligations.
  • Allowing oral exceptions without documenting the approval authority and scope.
  • Neglecting to state the governing law and dispute resolution process clearly.

Practical tips for drafting clear and enforceable NDAs

Adopt concise, specific language and align obligations with the sensitivity of the disclosed information.

Limit Scope
Restrict confidentiality to clearly identified categories and purposes to improve enforceability and reduce disputes.
Define Exclusions
Explicitly exclude publicly available information and independently developed materials to avoid overreach.
Include Remedies
Specify injunctive relief and whether liquidated damages apply, subject to local law.
Preserve Records
Keep executed copies in a central repository and track access to confidential materials.

Real-world examples of Confidentiality Agreement usage

Two concise case examples illustrate typical drafting choices and business contexts for NDAs.

Startup Fundraising

A founder shared a product roadmap with an investor under a one-way NDA.

  • The investor required a defined 3-year term.
  • The NDA limited use to due diligence, excluded public domain information, and provided injunctive relief to protect trade secrets during negotiations.

Vendor Onboarding

A healthcare provider required a BAA with a new vendor before sharing PHI.

  • The vendor signed a mutual NDA plus a BAA.
  • The combined documents specified permitted uses, breach notification timelines, HIPAA compliance, and a six-year retention schedule for audit purposes.

Frequently asked questions about Confidentiality Agreements

Answers to common questions on enforceability, electronic signatures, witnesses, and recordkeeping when using Confidentiality Agreements.


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