Public Protest Document

PUBLIC PROTEST DOCUMENT

This Public Protest Agreement (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of by and between Client Name: and Representative Name: .

WHEREAS

WHEREAS, Client is aggrieved by a final administrative decision, permit action, or similar governmental determination identified as: , dated , issued by .

WHEREAS, Client desires to retain Representative to prepare, file, and prosecute a timely public protest, appeal, or administrative challenge ("Protest") described herein on Client's behalf, and Representative has the expertise and capacity to perform such services under the terms set forth below.

SCOPE OF WORK

Representative shall exercise professional judgment in preparing pleadings, compiling supporting exhibits, and representing Client in administrative conferences or hearings specifically related to the Protest identified above. The Scope of Work does not include litigation in courts of record unless expressly agreed in writing by the parties.

PAYMENT TERMS

Invoices are due as specified in the Payment Schedule. Overdue amounts shall accrue interest at the rate stated above and Representative may suspend work if invoices are not paid within 30 days of receipt. Client shall reimburse Representative for reasonable out-of-pocket expenses incurred in connection with the Protest, including filing fees, service fees, copying, and courier charges, when supported by receipts.

TERM AND TERMINATION

Either party may terminate this Agreement upon written notice to the other party delivered in accordance with the notice provisions below. Termination by Client for convenience does not relieve Client of payment obligations for services performed and expenses incurred prior to termination. Representative may terminate for cause, including Client's failure to pay undisputed invoices or to provide required information, after providing the notice period set forth above.

CONFIDENTIALITY

Representative shall keep confidential all non-public information obtained from Client in connection with the Protest and shall not disclose such information except as required to perform the Scope of Work, as required by law, or with Client's prior written consent. This obligation shall survive termination of this Agreement for a period of three years, except as otherwise mandated by statute or regulation.

REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES

Client represents that it is authorized to file the Protest and to retain Representative for that purpose. Client warrants that all information and documents provided to Representative in connection with the Protest are true, complete, and accurate to the best of Client's knowledge. Representative represents that it will perform services in a professional manner and in compliance with applicable rules of procedure and ethics.

GOVERNING LAW

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

ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This Agreement, including any exhibits or attachments signed by the parties, 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. Any amendment or modification must be in writing and signed by both parties.

NOTICES

PROTEST DETAILS

CERTIFICATION

Client certifies that the statements contained in this Agreement and in any documents submitted by Client in connection with the Protest are true and correct to the best of Client's knowledge. Client acknowledges that knowingly submitting false information in an administrative proceeding may subject Client to penalties under applicable law.

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