Independent Contractor Agreement
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An independent contractor agreement defines the working relationship between a business and a self-employed contractor. It sets out the scope of work, payment terms, timelines, and ownership of any work produced.
- Hiring a developer, designer, or writer for a defined project.
- Engaging a consultant or advisor.
- Bringing on a part-time specialist without a full-time employment relationship.
- Setting clear ownership of the work that gets produced.
What a contractor agreement typically covers
Scope of work
The services the contractor will provide.
Payment terms
Rates, invoicing, and the payment schedule.
Timeline
Deadlines, milestones, and delivery expectations.
Ownership of work
Who owns the deliverables that get produced.
Independent status
Confirmation the contractor is not an employee.
Termination
How either party can end the engagement.
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What is the difference between a contractor and an employee agreement? +
A contractor agreement covers a self-employed professional engaged for a defined scope, not an employee. Worker classification has legal implications, so consult a licensed attorney if you are unsure.
Who owns the work a contractor produces? +
Ownership depends on what the agreement says. Contractor agreements commonly assign ownership of deliverables to the client. Claustar intake helps you capture this.
Do I need a separate NDA? +
Confidentiality terms are sometimes included in the contractor agreement and sometimes handled with a separate NDA. Describe your situation and Claustar will guide you.
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