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This Agency Agreement template outlines the terms and conditions under which an Agent will provide specific services to a Principal. It details the scope of authority, compensation structure, and clarifies the independent contractor relationship between the parties. The agreement also includes standard clauses for confidentiality, intellectual property, termination, and dispute resolution.
AGENCY AGREEMENT
This Agency Agreement (hereinafter referred to as the "Agreement") was made and becomes effective on [Effective Date] (the "Effective Date"),
BY AND BETWEEN: | [Principal Name], with an address of [Principal Address], hereinafter referred to as the "Principal". |
AND: | [Agent Name], with an address of [Agent Address], hereinafter referred to as the "Agent", collectively referred to as the "Parties". |
LIST OF SERVICES PROVIDED AND THEIR PRICES
The Agent agrees to provide the following services (collectively referred to as "Services") to the Principal:
Description of Service 1
Description of Service 2
Description of Service 3
Description of Service 4
Description of Service 5
Description of Service 6
The Principal will pay the Agent for the Services as follows:
Service 1 Price: $/£/€
Service 2 Price: $/£/€
Service 3 Price: $/£/€
Service 4 Price: $/£/€
Service 5 Price: $/£/€
Service 6 Price: $/£/€
APPOINTMENT
The Principal appoints the Agent as its exclusive agent for the provision of the Services, and the Agent accepts such appointment. The Agent agrees to use its best efforts to provide the Services to the satisfaction of the Principal, acting always in the Principal's best interest.
SCOPE OF AUTHORITY
The Agent is authorized to perform actions and make decisions on behalf of the Principal that are within the scope of the Services. The Agent will not have the authority to bind the Principal in any other matters.
TERM
This Agreement commences on the Effective Date and will continue in force until [End Date], unless terminated earlier according to the Termination clause below.
COMPENSATION
The Principal will compensate the Agent for the Services provided in accordance with the schedule and rates set forth in the List of Services Provided and Their Prices. The Principal will make payments within 30 days of receipt of an invoice from the Agent.
RELATIONSHIP OF THE PARTIES
The Parties understand and agree that the Agent is an independent contractor and not an employee, partner, or co-venturer of the Principal. The Agent will not represent itself as anything other than an independent contractor providing the Services.
CONFIDENTIALITY
Each Party agrees to maintain the confidentiality of all non-public information received from the other Party during the course of providing the Services. This obligation survives the termination of this Agreement.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
The Agent acknowledges and agrees that all intellectual property rights in any materials provided by the Principal for the provision of the Services will remain the property of the Principal. The Agent will not use or disclose these materials for any purpose other than the provision of the Services, during and after the term of this Agreement.
TERMINATION
Either Party may terminate this Agreement by providing written notice at least 14 days prior to the termination date. Furthermore, if either Party materially breaches this Agreement, the non-breaching Party may terminate this Agreement immediately upon written notice to the breaching Party.
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About this template
What is this template?
This document is a contract for an exclusive agency relationship where an agent is authorized to make decisions on behalf of a principal. It contains a pricing schedule for up to six services and specific clauses for the protection of the principal's intellectual property. It is not a non-exclusive referral or finder's fee agreement.
When should you use it?
Use this document when one party needs another to represent them exclusively for specific tasks like sales or procurement. Use a standard Service Agreement instead if the contractor does not need the authority to bind the principal or act as their agent.
What's inside
| Clause | Name | What it does |
|---|---|---|
| APPOINTMENT | Appointment | The Principal appoints the Agent as its exclusive agent for defined Services and the Agent accepts this appointment. |
| TERM | Term | The Agreement runs from the Effective Date until a specified End Date unless terminated earlier. |
| COMPENSATION | Compensation | The Principal pays the Agent within 30 days of receiving an invoice based on the pricing schedule. |
| CONFIDENTIALITY | Confidentiality | Both Parties must maintain secrecy of non-public information and this obligation continues after the Agreement ends. |
| TERMINATION | Termination | Either Party can end the relationship with 14 days' written notice or immediately upon a material breach. |
| ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION | Alternative Dispute Resolution | All claims are settled according to the laws of the chosen jurisdiction and arbitration awards are court-confirmable. |
Who it's for
- a business appointing an exclusive representative to provide specific services on their behalf
- an independent contractor acting as a designated agent for a principal entity
- parties requiring a 14-day notice period for termination of an agency relationship
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