Mutual NDA
Confidentiality
Best for: early partner talks, vendors, pilots.
Typical sections: definition of confidential info, exclusions, term, return/destruction.
Get legal advice when: sharing source code, regulated data, or cross-border disclosures.
Independent Contractor Agreement
Services
Best for: ongoing freelance work and retainers.
Typical sections: scope, fees, IP ownership, confidentiality, termination.
Get legal advice when: worker classification is unclear or benefits/controls resemble employment.
Statement of Work (SOW)
Scope
Best for: project-based work with clear deliverables.
Typical sections: milestones, acceptance criteria, change orders, assumptions.
Get legal advice when: penalties, warranties, or high-liability outcomes are requested.
Master Services Agreement (MSA)
Framework
Best for: repeat projects under one master contract.
Typical sections: liability caps, indemnities, IP, dispute resolution.
Get legal advice when: clients propose their own MSA or add broad indemnities.
Employment Offer Letter
Hiring
Best for: making a clear, consistent offer package.
Typical sections: role, pay, start date, conditions, confidentiality, IP.
Get legal advice when: equity, commissions, non-compete/non-solicit, or termination clauses are complex.
Commercial Lease Addendum
Real estate
Best for: clarifying negotiated lease points in writing.
Typical sections: repairs, insurance, permitted use, assignment/sublet.
Get legal advice when: personal guarantees, renovation work, or unusual risk allocations are involved.
Partnership Agreement (Simple)
Founders
Best for: small teams aligning on roles and splits.
Typical sections: contributions, profit/loss split, decision rules, exit terms.
Get legal advice when: significant assets, IP, or outside investors are expected.
Demand Letter (Payment Past Due)
Collections
Best for: professional follow-up before escalation.
Typical sections: amount owed, due date, cure period, next steps.
Get legal advice when: threats are involved, the claim is disputed, or you may file in court.
Quick reminder: templates are starting points. For Canada-specific issues (e.g., privacy, employment standards, franchising, real estate, regulated industries), consider tailored legal counsel. You can also use Template Finder to narrow down what you need.