Subcontractor Agreement
Agreement for subcontracting work on a project
Complexity
StandardEstimated Time
~10 minutes
Best For
Freelancers and independent contractors, Small businesses and agencies
When to Use This Template
Good fit for:
- ✓Hiring specialists to work on your client projects
- ✓Short-term project-based work
- ✓Outsourcing specific tasks within a larger project
Not recommended for:
- ✗Direct client relationships (use Freelance Agreement)
- ✗Long-term employees (use Employment Agreement)
Key Clauses
Important clauses included in this template and what they mean for you.
Confidentiality
StandardBoth sides promise to keep shared business information private.
IP Assignment
StandardYou give up ownership of what you create. The client owns it completely.
Termination
StandardEither side can end this contract with proper notice.
Non-Solicitation
StandardNeither side can try to hire the other's team members for a while.
Indemnification
StandardIf you cause a legal problem, you cover the costs. Same for them.
Limitation of Liability
FavorableCaps how much either side can owe if something goes wrong.
Dispute Resolution
StandardSets rules for how to handle disagreements before going to court.
Governing Law
StandardDecides which state's laws apply if there's a dispute.