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General Counsel Retainer Agreement
"I need a General Counsel Retainer Agreement for a Philippine technology startup that's expanding into Southeast Asia, with specific provisions for data privacy compliance and intellectual property protection, to commence from January 2025."
1. Parties: Identification of the law firm/attorney and the client, including their legal status and addresses
2. Background: Context of the agreement and the intention to establish a retainer relationship
3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement, including 'Services', 'Fees', 'Term', etc.
4. Scope of Services: Detailed description of legal services to be provided under the retainer arrangement
5. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement and circumstances for termination
6. Fees and Payment Terms: Monthly retainer amount, billing procedures, and payment terms
7. Obligations of the Law Firm: Professional duties, service standards, and responsibilities of the legal counsel
8. Client Responsibilities: Client's obligations including information provision and cooperation
9. Confidentiality: Obligations regarding confidential information and attorney-client privilege
10. Conflicts of Interest: Procedures for identifying and handling potential conflicts
11. Professional Liability: Extent of liability and professional indemnity coverage
12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of Philippine law as governing law and jurisdiction for disputes
13. Entire Agreement: Integration clause confirming the agreement represents the complete understanding between parties
1. Additional Services: Section defining services outside the retainer scope and associated billing
2. Success Fees: Optional provisions for additional compensation based on specific outcomes
3. Secondment Provisions: Terms for temporary placement of attorneys at client premises
4. Multiple Office Coordination: Procedures for coordination when multiple firm offices are involved
5. Alternative Fee Arrangements: Special fee structures beyond the standard retainer
6. Data Protection: Specific provisions for handling personal data under Philippine Data Privacy Act
7. Force Majeure: Provisions for unforeseen circumstances affecting service delivery
8. Anti-Corruption Compliance: Special provisions for clients requiring specific compliance measures
1. Schedule A - Scope of Services: Detailed breakdown of included legal services and service levels
2. Schedule B - Fee Schedule: Detailed fee structure, including retainer amount and rates for additional services
3. Schedule C - Key Personnel: List of key attorneys assigned to the client with their roles and qualifications
4. Schedule D - Billing Guidelines: Specific procedures and requirements for billing and invoicing
5. Schedule E - Conflicts Check: Initial conflicts check results and ongoing procedures
6. Appendix 1 - Power of Attorney: If required, specific authorizations granted to the law firm
7. Appendix 2 - Client Policies: Relevant client policies that the law firm must comply with
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Corporate Secretariat
Executive Management
Finance
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Operations
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Administration
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Financial Officer
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Legal Director
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Head of Legal
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Risk Manager
Board Director
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