Free Contract Template For Financial Advisors
Before contacting a lawyer to draw your contracts, have a go at it yourself. Here is a simplified example of a contract between a financial advisor and a client. You can use the structure to assist you in drafting your own contract. Then get it done by a professional.
Example Contract for Financial Advisory Services
This contract (the “Contract”) is made and entered into on [date] by and between [Financial Advisor] (the “Advisor”) and [Client] (the “Client”).
1. Scope of Services. The Advisor will provide the following financial advisory services to the Client:
[list of services to be provided]
2. Term. This Contract shall begin on [start date] and shall continue until terminated by either party upon [notice period] written notice.
3. Compensation. In exchange for the Advisor’s services, the Client shall pay the Advisor [compensation amount] on a [frequency] basis.
4. Confidentiality. The Advisor agrees to keep all information regarding the Client’s financial affairs confidential, unless required to be disclosed by law.
5. Limitation of Liability. The Advisor shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the Client’s reliance on the Advisor’s advice or recommendations, unless such loss or damage is caused by the Advisor’s gross negligence or willful misconduct.
6. Indemnification. The Client agrees to indemnify and hold the Advisor harmless from any and all claims, liabilities, and expenses arising from the Advisor’s performance of services under this Contract.
7. Entire Agreement. This Contract constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements or understandings, whether written or oral. This Contract may not be amended or modified except in writing signed by both parties.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Contract as of the date first above written.
[Financial Advisor]
[Client]
So this is just an example of a contract for financial advisory services, and it can be modified and customized to meet the specific needs and requirements of the Advisor and the Client. The example is not very specific but I hope it helps you structure your contract. It is of course important to have a written contract in place to clearly define the terms of the relationship and protect the interests of both parties.