Legal Retainer Agreement Template – Canada

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Legal Retainer Agreement Template – Canada

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1. Parties Involved




2. Purpose of the Agreement

3. Scope of Legal Services

4. Fees and Payment Terms

5. Duration of the Agreement

6. Termination Conditions

7. Confidentiality Obligations

8. Indemnification

9. Governing Law

10. Signatures and Acceptance




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Legal Retainer Agreement Template – Canada (1)
Between:
[Client’s Name]
[Client’s ID]
[Client’s Address]
[Client’s Phone]
[Client’s Email]
And:
[Law Firm Name]
[Law Firm ID]
[Law Firm Address]
[Law Firm Phone]
[Law Firm Email]
Introduction:
This Legal Retainer Agreement (“Agreement”) is made on [Date], effective as of [Start Date], to outline the professional services provided by [Law Firm Name] for [Client’s Name].
Clause 1: Scope of Services
The Lawyer agrees to provide legal services including, but not limited to, [specific services such as legal advice, representation in court, document drafting, etc.] as outlined in this Agreement.
Clause 2: Fees and Payment
The Client agrees to pay a retainer fee of [amount] which will cover the initial hours of service. Additional services will be billed at [hourly rate] or as otherwise specified.
Clause 3: Termination of Services
Either party may terminate this Agreement with [Notice Period] written notice. The Client will remain responsible for payment of fees for services rendered up to the effective termination date.
Clause 4: Confidentiality
The Lawyer will maintain the confidentiality of all information obtained from the Client, except as required by law or as authorized by the Client.
Clause 5: Governing Law
This Agreement will be governed by the laws of the Province of [Province], Canada.
Signed in [City], on [Date].
Sincerely,
[Client’s Signature]
[Client’s Name]
[Lawyer’s Signature]
[Law Firm’s Name]
Legal Retainer Agreement Template – Canada (2)
Between:
[Client’s Name]
[Client’s ID]
[Client’s Address]
[Client’s Phone]
[Client’s Email]
And:
[Law Firm Name]
[Law Firm ID]
[Law Firm Address]
[Law Firm Phone]
[Law Firm Email]
Introduction:
This Legal Retainer Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into as of [Start Date] by and between [Client’s Name] and [Law Firm Name], detailing the legal services to be provided and the terms of the engagement.
Clause 1: Legal Services Provided
The Lawyer agrees to provide comprehensive legal services including consultations, documentation, representation in legal matters, and any other agreed-upon legal assistance.
Clause 2: Retainer Fee and Billing
The Client shall pay a monthly retainer fee of [amount]. Additional fees for services rendered beyond the retainer will be billed at [hourly rate].
Clause 3: Client Responsibilities
The Client agrees to provide all necessary documentation and information required for the Lawyer to provide effective legal services promptly.
Clause 4: Indemnity
The Client agrees to indemnify the Lawyer for any claims arising from the Client’s actions or failures to act during the term of this Agreement.
Clause 5: Dispute Resolution
Any disputes arising from this Agreement shall be resolved first through mediation, failing which they shall be settled through arbitration in accordance with the laws of [Province], Canada.
Signed in [City], on [Date].
Sincerely,
[Client’s Signature]
[Client’s Name]
[Lawyer’s Signature]
[Law Firm’s Name]

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Legal Retainer Agreement Template - Canada