Understand the document before you sign it.

A mutual NDA binds both parties equally to protect shared confidential information. Learn when to use one, what to include, and how it differs from a one-way NDA.

A unilateral (one-way) NDA protects information when only one party is disclosing. Learn when to use one, what to include, and how it differs from a mutual NDA.

An employee handbook explains workplace policies, benefits, conduct, and reporting procedures. Learn what to include and how to adapt it for your team.

An employment agreement sets the working relationship in writing: compensation, IP, confidentiality, and termination. Learn what to include and why it matters.

An independent contractor agreement defines scope, payment, IP ownership, and worker status for freelancers. Learn what to include and how to avoid misclassification.

A PIIA assigns employee and contractor IP to your company and protects confidential information. Learn what to include and why startups should never skip it.

A separation agreement provides severance in exchange for a release of legal claims when employment ends. Learn what to include, including ADEA rules for employees 40+.

A catering services agreement defines the menu, guest count, staffing, payment, and cancellation terms for an event. Learn what to include before booking.

A commercial lease sets the terms for renting business premises. Learn what to include for rent, permitted use, repairs, guarantees, renewal, and exit.

A distribution and supply agreement sets terms for selling durable goods through a distributor. Learn what to include for orders, delivery, warranties, and exit.

A master service agreement sets the legal terms of an ongoing relationship once, so each project only needs a short statement of work. Learn what an MSA should include.

A subscription agreement governs recurring billing: scope, pricing, auto-renewal, and cancellation. Learn what to include for your SaaS or membership business.

A copyright assignment transfers ownership of creative or technical work to your business. Learn what to include and why work-for-hire alone may not protect you.

An IP licensing agreement lets another party use your intellectual property on your terms without giving up ownership. Learn what to include for software, brands, and technology.

A software license agreement defines how customers may install and use your software. Learn what to include for license scope, fees, support, IP, and termination.

A joint venture operating agreement governs how two companies pool resources for a shared project: contributions, control, profits, and IP. Learn what to include.

A letter of intent outlines the key terms of an asset acquisition before the definitive agreement, including price, exclusivity, and confidentiality. Learn what to include.

A private-company share purchase agreement sets the terms of a stock sale. Learn what to include for price, disclosures, approvals, closing, and liability.

A strategic partnership agreement defines how two businesses collaborate (contributions, revenue sharing, IP, and exit) without forming a new entity. Learn what to include.

A company code of ethics sets standards for business conduct and managing conflicts of interest. Learn what to include, how disclosures work, and mistakes to avoid.

A personal mobile device use policy sets rules for accessing company systems on employee-owned devices. Learn what to include for security, privacy, and offboarding.

A data incident notification policy defines who gets notified after a breach, when, and how. Learn what to include to stay compliant with GDPR, CCPA, and state laws.

A data processing addendum defines how you handle personal data for customers. Required under GDPR and CCPA and expected by enterprise buyers. Learn what to include.

A generative AI policy defines how your team can use AI tools: what is permitted, what is prohibited, and how to manage legal and confidentiality risk. Learn what to include.

A media release grants permission to use someone's likeness, and a waiver of liability limits claims from risky activities. Learn what each covers and what to include.

A privacy policy discloses what data you collect, how you use it, and what rights users have. Required under GDPR and CCPA. Learn what to include for your website or app.

Terms of Service set the rules for using your website, app, or product and are your primary legal protection. Learn what to include for your digital business.