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Free General US Freelance Services Contract

Download a professional General US Freelance Services Contract template. Protect your business with this comprehensive, ready-to-use legal agreement.

337 wordsUpdated May 21, 2026

Who is this template for?

Independent contractors providing creative, technical, or consulting services to corporate clients.
Small business owners hiring freelancers for project-based work to ensure clear scope and IP ownership.
Freelancers looking to standardize their onboarding process and protect their payment rights.
Consultants needing a robust agreement that covers liability, confidentiality, and termination protocols.

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1. PARTIES

This Freelance Services 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], an independent contractor with a principal place of business at [FREELANCER ADDRESS] ("Freelancer").

2. SERVICES

2.1. Scope of Work. Freelancer agrees to provide the services described in Exhibit A (the "Services"). Any changes to the scope 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 Convenience. Either party may terminate this Agreement upon [NUMBER] days' written notice to the other party. In the event of such termination, Client shall pay Freelancer for all Services performed up to the effective date of termination.

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