Non Binding Agreement for the Netherlands

Non Binding Agreement Template for Netherlands

This document template provides a framework for creating a Non-Binding Agreement under Dutch law, designed to formalize preliminary understandings between parties while explicitly avoiding the creation of legally binding obligations. It incorporates key elements of Dutch civil law principles, particularly regarding pre-contractual relationships and good faith negotiations, while maintaining clear distinctions from binding contracts. The document structure ensures compliance with Dutch legal requirements while providing flexibility for various business contexts and protecting parties from unintended legal commitments.

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What is a Non Binding Agreement?

This Non-Binding Agreement template is designed for use under Dutch law when parties wish to document their intentions, preliminary understandings, or potential collaboration without creating legally binding obligations. It's particularly useful in early-stage business discussions, preliminary partnership explorations, or situations where parties need to outline general terms before proceeding to formal agreements. The document carefully incorporates Dutch legal principles regarding pre-contractual relationships while maintaining its non-binding character. It includes provisions for confidentiality, general intentions, and potential future steps, all while clearly stating its non-binding nature to avoid any misinterpretation under Dutch law. This template is especially valuable for international business relationships where one or more parties operate under Dutch jurisdiction.

What sections should be included in a Non Binding Agreement?

1. Parties: Identification of all parties involved, including full legal names and addresses

2. Background: Context and circumstances leading to this non-binding agreement

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the document

4. Non-Binding Nature: Clear statement that the agreement is not legally binding and creates no enforceable obligations

5. Purpose and Objectives: General goals and intentions of the parties

6. Principal Terms: Overview of the main points of understanding between the parties

7. Duration and Termination: Intended timeframe for the non-binding arrangement and how parties may withdraw

8. Confidentiality: Understanding regarding the handling of shared information

9. Costs and Expenses: Understanding about who bears what costs during the non-binding arrangement

10. Signatures: Space for parties to acknowledge the non-binding agreement, with clear statement reiterating non-binding nature

What sections are optional to include in a Non Binding Agreement?

1. Good Faith: Statement about parties' intention to act in good faith, used when parties want to emphasize collaborative nature

2. Future Binding Agreement: Framework for potential future binding agreement, used when this agreement is a preliminary step

3. Intellectual Property: Understanding regarding IP rights, used when parties will share or discuss IP

4. Communication: Protocol for communications between parties, used in complex arrangements

5. Exclusivity: Non-binding understanding about exclusive negotiations, used in business transactions

6. Press Releases: Understanding about public communications, used in high-profile arrangements

7. Amendment Process: Process for modifying the non-binding agreement, used in longer-term arrangements

What schedules should be included in a Non Binding Agreement?

1. Timeline of Intentions: Proposed schedule of activities or milestones

2. Points of Contact: List of key personnel and their roles

3. Discussion Topics: Areas for future discussion or negotiation

4. Resource Allocation: Non-binding outline of proposed resource commitments

5. Term Sheet: Summary of key commercial terms under discussion

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ Genie AI | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

Jurisdiction

Netherlands

Publisher

Genie AI

Document Type

Agreement Contract

Cost

Free to use
Relevant Industries

Technology and Software

Manufacturing

Research and Development

Healthcare and Life Sciences

Education

Financial Services

Real Estate

Energy and Utilities

Telecommunications

Professional Services

Retail and Consumer Goods

Media and Entertainment

Transportation and Logistics

Agriculture and Food Production

Relevant Teams

Legal

Business Development

Corporate Strategy

Executive Leadership

Commercial Operations

Research and Development

Project Management

Partnership Development

Innovation

Operations

Risk Management

Corporate Affairs

Relevant Roles

Chief Executive Officer

Chief Legal Officer

Business Development Manager

Corporate Counsel

Commercial Director

Partnership Manager

Project Manager

Research Director

Head of Strategy

Innovation Manager

Legal Counsel

Contract Manager

Business Unit Director

Development Director

Operations Manager

Industries
Teams

Employer, Employee, Start Date, Job Title, Department, Location, Probationary Period, Notice Period, Salary, Overtime, Vacation Pay, Statutory Holidays, Benefits, Bonus, Expenses, Working Hours, Rest Breaks,  Leaves of Absence, Confidentiality, Intellectual Property, Non-Solicitation, Non-Competition, Code of Conduct, Termination,  Severance Pay, Governing Law, Entire Agreemen

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