Contract Addendum - Free Legal Template
Updated 17 October 2025
This Contract Addendum serves to modify an existing original agreement between two parties. It outlines specific amendments to the initial contract while affirming that all other terms and conditions of the original agreement remain in full force. The addendum includes standard clauses for dispute resolution, governing law, confidentiality, and termination.
CONTRACT ADDENDUM
This Contract Addendum (hereinafter referred to as the "Contract") is made and effective [effective date], and is mutually agreed upon
BY AND BETWEEN: | [first party name], with an address of [first party address], hereinafter referred to as the “First Party.” |
AND: | [second party name], with an address of [second party address], hereinafter referred to as the “Second Party,” collectively referred to as the “Parties.” |
Background
On the date of [effective date], the Parties entered into an original agreement ("Original Agreement") for the following objectives:
[objective 1]
[objective 2]
[objective 3]
[objective 4]
[objective 5]
[objective 6]
Amendments
The Parties concur to make the following alterations to the Original Agreement:
[amendments]
Other Changes
Apart from the revisions outlined in the "Amendments" section, all remaining terms, conditions, and provisions in the Original Agreement remain unaltered and in full force.
Dispute Resolution
Any disputes or disagreements arising from or in connection with this Agreement shall be resolved via [litigation method], subject to the laws of [country].
Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of [governing law].
Entire Agreement
This Contract Addendum and the Original Agreement collectively represent the entire understanding between the Parties and supersede all prior discussions, agreements, or understandings.
Severability
If any part of this Agreement is deemed invalid or unenforceable, that part will be severed, and the remaining provisions will continue in effect.
Notification
All notifications relating to this Agreement should be delivered by either email or post, as agreed upon by the Parties.
Amendment Procedure
Any future changes to this Agreement or the addendum must be in writing and signed by both Parties.
Assignment
Neither party may assign their obligations or rights under this Agreement to a third party without the written consent of the other party.
Waiver
Failure to enforce any provision of this Agreement will not be considered a waiver of that provision or any other provision.
Confidentiality
Both Parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of this Agreement and any other confidential information exchanged.
Termination
This Agreement may be terminated under conditions as specified in the Original Agreement or by mutual written consent.
Force Majeure
Neither Party shall be held responsible for failure to fulfill their obligations due to unforeseen circumstances beyond their control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, war, terrorism, strikes, labor disputes, government actions, and any other events or conditions that are beyond the reasonable control of the Parties.
Conflict Clause
In the event of a conflict between this Addendum and the Original Agreement, the terms of this Addendum shall prevail.
Legal Advice
Each Party acknowledges that they had the opportunity to seek independent legal advice prior to signing this Addendum.
Signature and Date
By affixing their signatures below, the Parties hereby consent to the stipulations and conditions described in this Contract Addendum:
FIRST PARTY | SECOND PARTY |
[signature] | [signature] |
[print name] | [print name] |
[date of signature] | [date of signature] |
About this template
What is this template?
Contract Addendum - Free Legal Template is a free, ready-to-use Contract law template you can open, customize, and download on GitLaw. It gives you a professionally structured starting point, so you never have to draft from a blank page. The wording is plain and modern, organized into clear sections that are easy to read, edit, and adapt to your own situation before you share or sign it.
When should you use it?
Reach for this Contract law template whenever you need a reliable agreement quickly and want to be sure the essentials are covered. It suits individuals, freelancers, startups, and established businesses alike. Instead of paying for a document drafted from scratch, you can start here, tailor the details to your arrangement, and have a polished draft ready in minutes. Always review the final wording against the laws that apply where you live or do business.
What's typically included?
A well-drafted Contract law usually sets out the parties involved, the scope of the agreement, and each side's rights and responsibilities. Expect sections covering key terms and definitions, how long the agreement lasts, how it can be ended, and what happens if something goes wrong. This template brings those building blocks together in a sensible order, so you can focus on the specifics rather than worrying about what to include. Open it to read the full document, then sign up to edit, negotiate, and e-sign it directly in GitLaw.