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Consultancy Agreement

  • Defines a clear scope of professional services and expert deliverables
  • Establishes a transparent fee structure (hourly, fixed, or retainer)
  • Secures intellectual property and work-product ownership for the client
  • Protects business confidentiality through non-disclosure provisions
  • Clarifies the "Independent Contractor" status to avoid employment law risks
  • Outlines clear protocols for expenses and reimbursement claims
  • Provides a flexible mechanism for project termination or extension

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7 Years

Of Experience

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3622 +

Cases Solved

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10 +

Awards Gained

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144 k +

Trusted Clients

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36 k+

Queries Solved

Experience Icon

7 Years

Of Experience

Cases Solved Icon

3622 +

Cases Solved

Awards Gained Icon

10 +

Awards Gained

Trusted Clients Icon

144 k +

Trusted Clients

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36 k+

Queries Solved

Overview

A Consultancy Agreement is a professional services contract between a business and an individual or entity providing expert advice. It focuses on the specialized nature of the work and the "output-based" relationship.

Businesses need this when hiring external experts for strategy, tech, marketing, or HR projects. It is essential for ensuring that the consultant does not claim ownership of the reports, code, or strategies they develop while being paid by you.

Legally, it prevents the consultant from being classified as an "employee," which would trigger EPF, ESI, and gratuity obligations. In the Indian context, it covers risks related to professional negligence and ensures that all "Work-for-Hire" remains the client's property.

Why Choose Ark for Consultancy Agreement

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FAQs

Is a consultant an employee?

No, the agreement specifically defines them as an independent contractor.

Who owns the report or strategy the consultant creates?
Can I stop a consultant from working for my competitor?
How are consultant expenses handled?
Can I terminate a consultant immediately?
What is a "Success Fee" or "Milestone Payment"?
Does the consultant pay their own taxes?
What is a Consultancy Agreement?
Does it define scope and deliverables clearly?
Who owns the work created by the consultant?

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Founder, Retail Trading Business
" ARK Advisors made our audit process smooth and stress-free. Clear checklist, timely follow-ups, and very practical guidance. "
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Partner, Professional Services Firm
" Their team quickly identified compliance gaps and suggested actionable fixes. Reporting was crisp and easy for management to understand. "
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CFO, Manufacturing Unit
" We got strong process recommendations and control improvements. The audit insights genuinely helped us reduce leakage and improve discipline. "
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Director, Startup
" Professional, responsive, and very transparent. They explained everything in simple terms and kept the entire process on schedule. "
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Owner, Hospitality Business
" The team ensured our documentation was audit-ready and supported us throughout. Great experience and strong attention to detail. "

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