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Hiring a Freelance Contractor? Send a Real Contract, Not a Handshake.
You found the right freelancer and you're ready to start the work. Before the first invoice goes out, get scope, payment terms, and IP ownership in writing — with a free Independent Contractor Agreement template you can edit and send in minutes.
Why this matters before work starts
- Scope in writing: A clear description of deliverables prevents "that wasn't included" disputes later.
- Payment terms up front: Rate, schedule, and late-fee terms — the same terms you'll later chase with docstoc's AI if a payment slips.
- IP ownership clause: Confirms the work product belongs to you or your client once paid, not the contractor by default.
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After the contract is signed
docstoc doesn't stop at the paperwork. Once the work is delivered, certify the final files with a tamper-evident hash, secure the client portal domain with free automated SSL, and — if an invoice ever runs late — let AI draft the follow-up chase for you.