Free consulting agreement template
This consulting agreement template builds a consultant contract as you fill it in: the scope and deliverables, whether you charge a flat fee, an hourly rate or a monthly retainer, invoice terms, expenses, confidentiality, who owns the intellectual property, an optional non-solicitation clause, and notice to end. Download the PDF, get an editable Word version by email, or send it for e-signature.
This is a general template, not legal advice. It may not fit your situation or your state's laws. Have a licensed attorney review it before you use it. EnFlow is not a law firm and is not responsible for how this template is used.
What this consulting agreement covers
- Scope of work
- Fees and invoices
- Confidentiality
- Ownership of work
- Term and ending
- Independent contractor
- Limit of liability
- General terms
Questions
What should a consulting agreement include?
A consulting agreement should include the scope and deliverables, how you're paid (flat fee, hourly rate or retainer) and invoice terms, expenses, confidentiality, who owns the intellectual property, that the consultant is an independent contractor, how either side ends it, and liability limits.
Who owns the work in a consulting agreement?
In this consulting agreement template the client owns the deliverables once they've paid for them, and the consultant keeps their pre-existing tools, templates and know-how, licensing any that are built into the deliverables. You can switch the ownership clause off.
Should a consultant contract have a non-solicitation clause?
A non-solicitation clause stops either side recruiting the other's staff for a period. It's optional here and off by default, because some states, including California, restrict these clauses. Check your state's rules before you turn it on.
Can I send a consulting agreement for e-signature?
Yes, you can send a consulting agreement for e-signature. Sign up free to send it for e-signature: your client signs online, and you can collect a deposit in the same step. The free plan includes 5 estimates, invoices and contracts a month.