Independent Contractor Agreement

Hiring someone for a project but don’t want employer headaches? This agreement spells out what work is being done, when it’s due, and how much it pays; without making you the boss. Clean, professional, and lawsuit-proof.

What It Does

  • Defines the scope of work, timeline, and payment terms

  • Establishes that the worker is an independent contractor—not an employee

  • Protects your business from liability and misclassification issues

  • Can include non-disclosure and non-compete terms

What It Doesn’t Do

  • Make the contractor an employee (no benefits, no payroll taxes)

  • Guarantee the contractor’s results; just that they’ll do the work

Who Needs to Sign

  • You – the person or business hiring the contractor

  • The Contractor – the person or business performing the work

Does It Need to Be Notarized in Michigan?

Nope. Notarization isn’t required, but both parties should sign and keep copies. Email signatures or PDF scans are totally fine.

Bottom Line

If you’re paying someone to get a job done and don’t want IRS problems or legal gray areas—use this agreement. It keeps everyone honest and the work on track.

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