Freelance & ConsultingGeneral US

Free General US Freelance and Consulting Contract

Download a professional, legally-binding US Freelance and Consulting Contract template. Protect your business with comprehensive terms and clauses.

465 wordsUpdated July 24, 2026

Who is this template for?

Independent contractors providing marketing, design, or IT consulting services to US-based clients.
Small business owners hiring freelance talent for project-based work to ensure clear scope and IP ownership.
Freelancers looking to establish professional payment terms, liability limits, and termination rights.
Consultants working on long-term retainers who need to define deliverables and confidentiality obligations.

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1. PARTIES

This Freelance and Consulting Agreement (the "Agreement") is entered into as of [DATE] (the "Effective Date"), by and between [CLIENT NAME], with a principal place of business at [CLIENT ADDRESS] ("Client"), and [FREELANCER NAME], with a principal place of business at [FREELANCER ADDRESS] ("Consultant").

2. SERVICES

2.1. Scope of Work. Consultant agrees to perform the services described in Exhibit A (the "Services"). Any changes to the scope of work must be agreed upon in writing by both parties.

3. TERM AND TERMINATION

3.1. Term. This Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date and continue until the completion of the Services, unless terminated earlier in accordance with this Section 3.

3.2. Termination for Cause. Either party may terminate this Agreement immediately upon written notice if the other party commits a material breach of any term of this Agreement and fails to cure such breach within [NUMBER] days of receiving written notice.

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