A Service Agreement, also known as a contract for services, details the terms of a business relationship between a client and a person or company that provides a service. In this contract, both parties agree to the scope of services required, payment terms, processes for dispute resolution, and more.
Both service providers or people preparing to outsource work can customise LawDepot’s Service Agreement template for a wide variety of services. This document establishes a contractor and client relationship for a specific project, fixed term, or indefinitely.
While verbal agreements are common for simple contracts, a written service contract provides more clarity to complex situations. A written contract also offers more protection for the parties involved.
The certainty in the contract helps avoid conflict. If there is a conflict, the parties may refer to the document for dispute resolution. If the dispute goes to court, a physical contract helps prove and enforce agreed-upon terms.
Keep in mind that Irish law treats employees and contractors differently. If the relationship is one of employment, you should use LawDepot’s Employment Contract instead.
This template suits any general service (such as pest control, security, or recruitment). LawDepot also provides contract templates for specific services like catering, building maintenance, computer IT, consulting, and construction.