The Personal Services Agreement is essential for establishing clear terms and conditions in professional service relationships under Maltese law. It is particularly relevant when engaging independent contractors, consultants, or freelance professionals for specific projects or ongoing professional services. The document ensures compliance with Maltese legal requirements while clearly distinguishing the arrangement from an employment relationship. It addresses key aspects such as service scope, payment terms, intellectual property rights, data protection, and confidentiality obligations. This agreement is crucial for protecting both parties' interests and ensuring clarity in professional service arrangements, while maintaining compliance with Malta's Civil Code and relevant regulatory requirements.

1. Parties: Identification of the service provider and the client, including full legal names, registration numbers (if applicable), and addresses

2. Background: Context of the agreement, brief description of the parties' business/professional activities, and their intention to enter into a service relationship

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement, ensuring consistent interpretation

4. Scope of Services: Detailed description of the services to be provided, including any deliverables and performance standards

5. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement, renewal provisions, and circumstances under which either party may terminate

6. Fees and Payment Terms: Service fees, payment schedule, invoicing requirements, and expense reimbursement procedures

7. Independent Contractor Status: Clear statement of independent contractor relationship, distinguishing from employment

8. Obligations of the Service Provider: Key responsibilities, performance standards, and compliance requirements

9. Obligations of the Client: Client's responsibilities, including provision of necessary information and resources

10. Intellectual Property Rights: Ownership and usage rights of any intellectual property created during service provision

11. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information exchanged during the service relationship

12. Data Protection: GDPR compliance measures and data handling procedures

13. Liability and Indemnification: Limitation of liability, indemnification obligations, and insurance requirements

14. Force Majeure: Provisions for handling circumstances beyond parties' control

15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of Maltese law as governing law and jurisdiction for disputes

16. General Provisions: Standard boilerplate clauses including notices, amendments, and severability