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Employment Contracts cover binding agreements for staff, interns, and executives across jurisdictions like Germany, Portugal, and the United Kingdom. This category includes specialized documents such as the Bilingual German-English internship agreement and the Portuguese employment agreement. It also addresses post-hiring actions like the Formal resignation letter or a Formal grievance appeal letter. Independent contractor arrangements fall under the Consultancy services agreement rather than standard staff contracts.

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Balanced Employee IP Agreement 2.0.0 (GitHub)
This Intellectual Property Agreement clarifies the ownership of intellectual property (IP) created by an employee during their employment. It defines what IP belongs to the company and what remains with the employee, while also granting the company a license to use the employee's personal IP under specific conditions. The agreement aims to protect the company's assets while respecting the employee's personal projects.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
Workplace Harassment Policy by EasyLegalDocs
This document outlines a Workplace Harassment Policy, expressing a commitment to maintaining a harassment-free environment for all. It defines various forms of harassment, including sexual harassment, and provides clear procedures for employees, contractors, and visitors to address and report incidents. The policy also details potential disciplinary actions for offenders.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
Reference Request Letter Template
This document is a template for a reference request letter, designed to be sent to a referee to gather information about a job applicant. It offers different options for the type of reference needed, including basic work, detailed work, or character references, to help assess the applicant's suitability for a position.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
Job Application Form - Free Legal Template
This document is a standard job application form designed for individuals seeking employment. It collects essential personal, employment, education, and work experience details, along with references and skills, to help employers assess a candidate's suitability for a position. The form concludes with an applicant's acknowledgment and signature section.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
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Severance Agreement - Free Legal Template
This Severance Agreement outlines the terms and conditions for an employee's termination, including details on severance payment, non-disparagement, liability release, and non-solicitation clauses. It also addresses the return of company property and confidentiality obligations post-employment.
Updated 17 Oct 2025
Balanced Employee IP Agreement (GitHub)
This template outlines a Balanced Employee IP Agreement (BEIPA), designed to fairly allocate intellectual property rights between an employer and employee. It grants the company exclusive control over IP created within the scope of employment, while employees retain ownership of personal projects unrelated to the business. For related but out-of-scope IP, the employee owns it, and the company receives a non-exclusive license, promoting employee autonomy and innovation.
Updated 17 Oct 2025

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