Professional Fee Agreement Template for India

1. Parties: Identification and details of the service provider and client, including registered addresses and company/professional registration numbers

2. Background: Context of the agreement and brief description of why the parties are entering into this arrangement

3. Definitions: Definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement

4. Scope of Services: Detailed description of professional services to be provided

5. Term: Duration of the agreement, including start date and initial term

6. Professional Fees: Fee structure, payment terms, and payment schedule

7. Obligations of the Professional: Key responsibilities and commitments of the service provider

8. Client Obligations: Responsibilities and commitments of the client, including provision of necessary information and access

9. Confidentiality: Provisions for maintaining confidentiality of information shared during the engagement

10. Intellectual Property Rights: Ownership and rights related to work products and pre-existing IP

11. Limitation of Liability: Extent and limitations of professional's liability

12. Termination: Conditions and process for termination of the agreement

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of Indian law as governing law and jurisdiction for disputes

14. Notice: Process and contact details for serving notices under the agreement

1. Schedule A - Scope of Services: Detailed breakdown of services, deliverables, and timelines

2. Schedule B - Fee Structure: Detailed fee calculations, rates, and payment milestones

3. Schedule C - Service Levels: Specific performance standards and service level commitments

4. Schedule D - Key Personnel: List of key professional team members and their roles

5. Appendix 1 - Required Documents: List of documents/certificates required from professional

6. Appendix 2 - Client Materials: List of materials/information to be provided by client