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The Client Agreement Contract serves as the foundational document for establishing and managing professional service relationships in the United Arab Emirates. This contract type is essential for businesses and professionals providing services to clients in the UAE market, whether they are local companies, free zone entities, or international firms operating locally. The agreement must comply with UAE Federal Law No. 5 of 1985 (Civil Code) and other relevant regulations, making it suitable for various commercial arrangements while incorporating necessary local law requirements. It typically includes comprehensive details about service scope, payment terms, confidentiality provisions, and dispute resolution mechanisms, all structured to be enforceable under UAE jurisdiction. The document is particularly crucial for protecting both service providers' and clients' interests while ensuring clarity in their business relationship.

1. Parties: Identifies and provides full details of all parties to the agreement, including registration numbers for companies

2. Background: Sets out the context and purpose of the agreement

3. Definitions and Interpretation: Defines key terms used throughout the agreement and establishes interpretation rules

4. Scope of Services: Detailed description of services to be provided by the service provider to the client

5. Term and Commencement: Specifies the duration of the agreement and when it becomes effective

6. Fees and Payment Terms: Details of fees, payment schedule, invoicing, and payment methods

7. Obligations of Service Provider: Lists all duties and responsibilities of the service provider

8. Client Obligations: Specifies all responsibilities and obligations of the client

9. Confidentiality: Provisions protecting confidential information of both parties

10. Intellectual Property Rights: Addresses ownership and usage rights of intellectual property

11. Data Protection: Provisions regarding handling and protection of personal and business data

12. Liability and Indemnification: Defines limits of liability and indemnification obligations

13. Termination: Conditions and procedures for terminating the agreement

14. Force Majeure: Provisions for handling events beyond parties' control

15. Notices: Specifies how formal communications between parties should be made

16. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specifies UAE law as governing law and establishes jurisdiction for disputes