AI Contract Review for Freelancers
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Review Your Freelance Contract Free12 Things Every Freelancer Must Check
1. Payment Amount & Currency
Verify exact fixed rate, hourly caps, or milestone payment triggers.
2. Payment Schedule & Terms
Longer payment windows like Net 60 or Net 90 may impact cash flow; many freelancers negotiate for Net 15 or upfront deposits.
3. Late Payment Terms
Check whether late payment interest terms apply, subject to applicable local regulations.
4. Scope of Work (SOW)
Explicit deliverables list to prevent client scope creep.
5. Revision Limits
Cap rounds of revisions (e.g., max 2 rounds included; extra charged hourly).
6. IP Ownership Transfer
A commonly negotiated term for freelancers is ensuring IP ownership transfers upon receipt of full payment.
7. Portfolio Usage Rights
Retain rights to showcase non-confidential work in your portfolio.
8. Termination & Kill Fees
Consider specifying a kill fee if the client cancels project mid-way.
9. Liability Caps
A commonly negotiated position is limiting liability strictly to fees paid under the project.
10. Confidentiality Timeframes
Confidentiality obligations are often time-bound (e.g., 2 to 5 years depending on the deal).
11. Non-Compete Clauses
Non-compete clauses can restrict future client work and are worth reviewing carefully.
12. Independent Contractor Status
Confirm you control your own hours, tools, and location.
Freelancer IP Trap Example
"Contractor hereby assigns and transfers all rights, title, and interest in all work product created under this Agreement immediately upon creation, prior to invoice settlement."
Suggested Fix: Modify language to: "...upon receipt of full and final payment."
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