Independent Contractor Forms

Appoint an agent to operate your business with this standard form Agency Agreement template.

• The agent is not acting as an employee of the company, but will run the affairs of the business as the representative of the company.
• This type of contract is ideal for a business that does not wish to franchise but is looking to expand into a new territory without the expense of setting up premises and hiring staff in the new location.
• All revenues received by the agent will be remitted to the company without deduction.
• The agent will be reimbursed for its expenses in carrying out its duties.
• This is a generic common law contract which does not contain specific references to the laws of any country or jurisdiction.
• The Agency Agreement form is a MS Word template which can be easily modified to fit your unique needs.

Retain a manager to run your business under the terms of this template Management Agreement for Canada.

• The manager is not being hired as an employee, but instead is being retained as an independent contractor.
• The contract is exclusive. The manager agrees not to provide similar services to any other business during the term of the contract.
• Management fees will be paid to the manager on whatever basis the parties agree to (e.g. monthly, quarterly, etc).
• Each of the parties indemnifies the other against claims or damages.
• Either party can terminate the contract on written notice to the other party.
• This legal document template may be used in any Canadian province or territory but may require translation to be valid in Quebec. You can download the form and customize it for your unique business needs.

Prepare a Deliverables Letter Agreement between an independent contractor and a client with this template form for Canada.

• The agreement sets out the terms under which the contractor will provide certain deliverables to the client in connection with a specific project.
• The parties will draw up a timetable with the dates by which certain items are to be completed and delivered, and a schedule of payments to be made by the client.
• The client will be the sole owner of all deliverables and related documentation.
• The contractor is retained as an independent contractor and is not an employee, partner or affiliate of the client.
• Non-disclosure and non-solicitation obligations to be complied with by the contractor, to protect the client's confidential information.

The Canada Deliverables Letter Agreement is available as a downloadable and fully editable MS Word file.

Make an offer for a sales agent position on an independent contractor basis with this Contract Offer template for US businesses.

The Offer Letter includes many standard provisions, including:

• the territory that the sales agent will service,
• sales quotas that must be met,
• commission rate, draws, and base consulting fee,
• expenses and car allowance,
• probation period,
• grounds and process for terminating the contract by either party,
• specific independent contractor issues,
• services to be exclusive,
• confidentiality, non-solicitation and non-competition clauses,
• protection of the Company's business opportunity.

This USA Contract Offer to Independent Sales Agent template does not contain specific references to State laws and can be used in many jurisdictions across the USA. Local laws may restrict or prohibit the hiring of independent contractors in certain circumstances.

You can download your copy immediately following purchase.

Retain an independent contractor for specific projects with this Contractor Services Agreement.

• Compensation. The contractor will be paid an hourly rate and will be reimbursed for pre-approved expenses.
• Contract Not Exclusive. The agreement is not an exclusive contract and the contractor is not required to devote all of his/her time and efforts to the company's projects.
• Confidentiality. The document includes a confidentiality agreement  and a non-competition covenant.
• Scope of Law. This is a generic legal form which does not specifically reference the laws of any country or jurisdiction.
• How to Get a Copy. You can download the Contractor Services Agreement in MS Word format immediately after you purchase it.

Do you know how the tax authorities determine the difference between an employee and an independent contractor?

• Many employers are considering hiring staff on a contractor basis, instead of employing them outright, as a means of reducing the employer's obligation for payroll remittances. But it's important to be sure that you know which factors determine whether a worker is an employee or not.
• This set of free Guidelines for Canadian employers explain what Canada Revenue Agency looks at, and how a court would determine whether someone who works for you is an employee, even if you assumed you were retaining them as a contractor.
• Available as a PDF download.
• This information is for Canada only.

Reduce your employer contributions by hiring workers as contractors instead of employees with this Independent Contractor Agreement for Canadian businesses.

• The independent contractor is responsible for remitting their own payroll deductions and taxes and for filing their own GST returns (if applicable).
• The contractor is not eligible for the company's employee medical benefits, pension fund or other incentive plans.
• The contractor agrees not to disclose or use any of the company's confidential information disclosed to the contractor during the term of the contract.
• This engagement contract template can be used in most Canadian provinces and territories except for Quebec.
• You can cut costs and increase your monthly cash flow by retaining staff on a contractor basis. Buy and download the Independent Contractor Agreement for Canada today.

Hire a worker to provide services as a contractor instead of an employee with this Independent Contractor Agreement for UK companies.

• The independent contractor is responsible for payment of his/her own income taxes, National Insurance and other contributions payable on the contract fees.
• The contractor must provide evidence that they are able to leave and enter the United Kingdom without restriction, if necessary to do so in order to provide the services.
• The contractor agrees not to disclose or use any confidential information of the company.
• Either party may terminate the Agreement upon proper notice. The employing company may also terminate the Agreement if the contractor fails to perform his/her duties or for other reasonable grounds.
  
• The contractor indemnifies the company against loss, damage or liability, including legal fees, arising from a breach of the agreement by the contractor.
• Available in MS Word format.
• The agreement can be used in England, Wales and Scotland.

Cut your employer remittances by staffing your business with independent contractors instead of employees under this Independent Contractor Agreement for US employers.

• The independent contractor is responsible for remitting his or her own taxes and other required deductions.
• The contractor will not be entitled to vacation pay, health insurance, social security, workers' compensation, or any employee benefits.
• The contractor will invoice the company for services on a regular basis (monthly, twice monthly, etc).
• The contractor will be reimbursed for reasonable approved expenses incurred in the performance of his or her employment duties.
• The agreement contains non-competition and non-solicitation provisions to protect the employer's business and customer base.
• Any inventions or discoveries by the contractor during his/her engagement by the company will be the exclusive property of the employer.
• The template includes a Confidentiality Agreement to be signed by the contractor.
• This USA Independent Contractor Agreement template can be used in many U.S. jurisdictions. Local laws may restrict or prohibit hiring staff on a contractor basis in certain circumstances.
• Available in MS Word format.

Retain the services of a real estate salesperson with this Independent Contractor Agreement for the United States.

• The realtor is being retained by a real estate brokerage as an independent contractor, not as an employee.
• The salesperson will show and sell real estate properties listed by the broker, and will be paid a commission by the broker for any sales of those properties.
• The salesperson may elect to take a monthly advance against commissions earned.
• The agreement contains confidentiality provisions.
• The agreement also contains an exclusivity clause whereby the salesperson agrees to devote his/her time and perform his/her duties exclusively for the broker.
• The template refers to U.S. laws and is intended for use only in the United States.
• This legal contract template is available as a downloadable MS Word template and is fully editable to meet your needs.
• Intended for use only in the United States.

Hire an independent contractor to develop technology products with this Independent Contractor Agreement template.

• Parties. The Agreement is between a tech developer and an investor who will fund the development project to create new tech products and bring them to the marketplace.
• Assignment of Rights. In exchange for the funding of the project, the developer will assign all of its rights in any commercially viable products to the investor.
• Royalties. The developer will be paid a royalty for each viable product.
• Reporting. The developer must provide the investor with regular status reports on all developments.
• Term of Engagement. This is a month-to-month contract, but can be modified to provide for a fixed term.
• Governing Law. This is a generic legal contract which does not contain references to the laws of any specific country or jurisdiction.
• How to Get the Form. The Independent Contractor Agreement for Technology Development is available as a MS Word template which can be downloaded immediately after purchase. The document can be modified and re-used as often as you require.

Independent contractors can bill out their services with this easy-to-use invoice form.

• The invoice is designed for weekly billing, and has columns for regular hours, 1.5x overtime and double overtime.
• The contractor acknowledges that s/he is not being hired as an employee, and that s/he is responsible for remitting all income taxes and other deductions.
• The contractor indemnifies the client against any costs or damages.
• Buy the form once, and it's yours to use as often as you require.

As an independent contractor, you need to get your billings out and get paid in a timely manner. Get the Independent Contractor Invoice form and put it to work for you right away.

Cut your costs by hiring a job candidate as an independent contractor rather than an employee under this Independent Contractor Agreement for Ontario employers.

• Taxes and Remittances. The independent contractor is responsible for remitting his/her own income tax, HST, and other taxes and remittances.
• Contract Not Exclusive. The relationship between the parties is not exclusive. The contractor may perform similar services for other clients, and the employer may retain other contractors to provide the same or similar services.
• Expenses. The contractor will pay all of his/her own expenses, including transportation and meal expenses.
• Profits. The contractor bears his/her own risk of profit and loss with respect to the services performed.
• Confidentiality. The contractor agrees not to disclose or use any confidential information of the employer.
• Business Protection. The file includes a Business Protection Agreement with nondisclosure, non-competition and non-solicitation clauses, to be signed by the contractor prior to commencing work.
• Scope of Law. This Independent Contractor Agreement refers to specific labour laws of the Province of Ontario.