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Free California Independent Contractor Agreement

Download a professional California Independent Contractor Agreement template. Compliant with AB5 and California labor laws. Protect your business today.

319 wordsUpdated May 10, 2026

Who is this template for?

Small business owners hiring freelance consultants for specific projects.
Tech startups engaging independent software developers on a contract basis.
Creative agencies hiring freelance designers or copywriters.
Independent contractors subcontracting work to other specialized professionals.

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1. PARTIES

This Independent Contractor Agreement (the "Agreement") is entered into as of [DATE] (the "Effective Date"), by and between [COMPANY NAME], a [STATE] [ENTITY TYPE] with its principal place of business at [COMPANY ADDRESS] ("Company"), and [CONTRACTOR NAME], an individual/entity with a principal place of business at [CONTRACTOR ADDRESS] ("Contractor").

2. SERVICES

2.1. Scope of Work. The Company hereby engages the Contractor to perform the services described in Exhibit A (the "Services"). The Contractor agrees to perform the Services in a professional and workmanlike manner, consistent with industry standards.

3. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR STATUS

3.1. Nature of Relationship. The parties intend that an independent contractor relationship be created by this Agreement. The Company is interested only in the results to be achieved, and the conduct and control of the work will lie solely with the Contractor. The Contractor is not an employee, agent, or partner of the Company for any purpose, including but not limited to federal or state tax purposes, or for the purposes of the California Labor Code.

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