Set terms for providing administrative services: Administrative Services Contract
What is an Administrative Services Contract?
If you are an administrative professional, you can create Administrative Services Contracts to protect yourself when you are planning to offer administrative services. Signed by the administrative professional and the client, this contract can help to set expectations.
When to use an Administrative Services Contract:
- You're providing administrative services for a company as an independent contractor.
- You're hiring an independent contractor for administrative services.
How do I get my Administrative Services Contract reviewed?
If you already have an Administrative Services Contract and want to have it reviewed, or if you have questions about creating or using one, there are a few ways to get help.
Use Rocket Copilot to ask questions or review your document; this helps you better understand what it says and identify anything that may need a closer look.
If you are looking for help from a Legal Pro, you can also ask a question and receive a response within one business day, or request a more in-depth document review.
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ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES AGREEMENT
This Agreement for Administrative Services (this "Agreement") is made effective as of , by and between , of , , , and , of , , . In this Agreement, the party who is contracting to receive the services shall be referred to as "", and the party who will be providing the services shall be referred to as "".
In consideration of the mutual promises set forth below, the parties agree as follows:
DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES. Beginning on , will provide Administrative Support and Services as described here and that includes accounting, clerical, secretarial, receptionist assistance and any other administrative Services reasonably requested by the Company and agreed to by the Service Provider and the following services (collectively, the "Services"): .
MUTUAL OBLIGATIONS. Both Service Provider and the Company agree that they will take all steps necessary and reasonably required, at their own expertise to:
| a. | designate key individuals to perform its obligations herein; |
| b. | conduct periodic meetings of key individuals and others as required; |
| c. | fully cooperate with all reasonable requests for assistance, and |
| d. | take such further steps and execute documents found reasonably necessary. |
In addition all efforts will be taken by the parties in resolving any problems arising in the Services.
SERVICE PROVIDER'S FEE. In consideration of the services to be performed by the Service Provider, the Company agrees to compensate the Service Provider for the services rendered as follows:
Service Provider's fees for the services specified in Paragraph 1, above, and for any additional services, will be charged at Service Provider's standard rate of per hour.
Any additional services not specified in Paragraph 1, above, will be charged to Company on an hourly rate basis at Service Provider's standard hourly rate of per hour.
TERM/TERMINATION. This Agreement
RELATIONSHIP OF PARTIES. It is understood by the parties that is an independent contractor with respect to , and not an employee of . will not provide fringe benefits, including health insurance benefits, paid vacation, or any other employee benefit, for the benefit of .
ENTIRE AGREEMENT. This Agreement contains the entire agreement of the parties, and there are no other promises or conditions in any other agreement whether oral or written.
SEVERABILITY. If any provision of this Agreement shall be held to be invalid or unenforceable for any reason, the remaining provisions shall continue to be valid and enforceable. If a court finds that any provision of this Agreement is invalid or unenforceable, but that by limiting such provision it would become valid and enforceable, then such provision shall be deemed to be written, construed, and enforced as so limited.
APPLICABLE LAW. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of .
SIGNATORIES. This Agreement shall be signed by on behalf of and by , on behalf of . This Agreement is effective as of the date first above written.
SIGNATORIES. This Agreement shall be signed by on behalf of and by on behalf of . This Agreement is effective as of the date first above written.
COMPANY:
| By: | Date: |
SERVICE PROVIDER:
| By: | Date: |
Administrative Services Contract FAQs
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Do administrative professionals need to make a contract for Administrative Services?
Even if this isn't your full-time job, creating documentation of your agreements with the client is key. You may prefer to sign an Administrative Services Contract because, when made accurately, it grants the helpful benefits outlined below:
- Roles and responsibilities are understood by both parties
- There is no confusion about the payment schedule
- Neither party is surprised by how long the engagement lasts
Some outcomes from not signing one may include unclear due dates, late payments, and impractical expectations.
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What should my Administrative Services Agreement cover?
To complete your Administrative Services Contract with Rocket Lawyer, you'll need the following information:
- The contact information for the client
- What type of services will be delivered
- What the start and end dates are
- How much you will charge
Your agreement from Rocket Lawyer also includes the standard language regarding the independent work relationship between the parties, the protection of confidential information, dispute resolution, and finally, compensation for losses. During the process of building your agreement, you'll also be able to select the jurisdiction under which it will be governed. Further personalization is allowed, as needed.
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Am I required to do anything else next after creating my Administrative Services Contract?
After drafting your Administrative Services Contract, review it carefully. You may also want to review it with the other party to ensure all parties fully understand and agree to the terms of the agreement. Once all parties agree to the terms, the next step is to have all parties sign it, and each party should keep a copy for their records. It’s also a good idea to store it in a safe, accessible place in case you need to reference it later.
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How do I have my Administrative Services Contracts checked out by a lawyer?
It’s smart to have an important agreement reviewed before you sign, so you fully understand the terms and avoid potential risks.
While some attorneys may review documents they didn’t draft, others may decline or require a retainer, hourly billing, or a flat fee. This can make getting a legal document review of your Administrative Services Contract less predictable and more time-consuming.
Rocket Lawyer makes the process simpler. With a Rocket Lawyer membership, you can request a review from a Legal Pro or ask questions about your Administrative Services Contract. You can also use Rocket Copilot to quickly review your agreement, spot potentially risky terms, and make sure everything looks accurate before signing.
Once you’re ready, you can sign your document online with RocketSign—all in one place.
