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service contract

Secure your subcontracting projects

Do you need an external service provider to develop a prototype, code your software, or design your brand logo?
A service contract is essential to provide an effective framework for this collaboration and to protect you.

What is a service contract?

A service contract is an agreement between a service provider and a customer, whereby the service provider undertakes to provide a specific service in return for payment. Unlike an employment contract, the service provider retains his autonomy by remaining independent of the customer, and is not considered an employee. The assignment of the service provider’s work to the company is therefore not automatic.

Why should a service contract
be drawn up by a professional?

A poorly drafted service contract may allow your service provider to claim rights or additional remuneration for the work ordered.

Key elements of a service contract :

Purpose of the service: Define precisely what is expected of the service provider, to avoid any ambiguity.

Duration of service: Specify how long the service will last, whether the contract is renewable, and under what conditions.

Remuneration: Determine the amount to be paid for the service and the terms of payment.

Confidentiality: Identify which information should be kept confidential and ensure that it is protected.

Intellectual property and exploitation of results stipulates that the rights to exploit the results of the service are assigned to the customer (for example, if the service is a logo, the assignment to the customer of the economic rights to the work will be essential to be able to exploit the logo without risking infringement of the author’s rights).

The benefits of a well-drafted contract

A well-drafted service contract guarantees that the work will be carried out in accordance with the customer’s expectations, and that the work produced will be the property of the customer at the end of the service, while protecting the interests of the service provider. It avoids misunderstandings, clarifies the responsibilities of each party, and provides a framework for the transfer of intellectual property rights.
  • Clarity of commitments: Each party knows exactly what is expected of them.
  • Rights protection : Ensures that intellectual property rights are respected and transferred as agreed.
  • Legal certainty: Avoid disputes by clarifying the terms of the service from the outset.

Our offer for the
service contract

At YesMyPatent, we support our customers in negotiating and drafting their service contracts. We ensure that every legal aspect is covered, guaranteeing that your projects run smoothly and securely.