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Service Agreement Drafting
Get paid on time and avoid scope disputes. We draft service agreements with clear scope, deliverables, payment terms, IP and liability limits.
- 2–3 working days
- Service provider or client side
- IP & confidentiality
- Two revision rounds
What is a service agreement?
A service agreement is the contract between a business that provides services and its client. It sets out what will be delivered, by when, at what price and on what terms – and what happens if something goes wrong. Whether you are an agency, IT company, consultant, contractor or a business hiring one, a clear service agreement prevents scope creep, payment delays and disputes about quality.
Key clauses in a service agreement
| Clause | What it covers |
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| Scope of services | Exactly what is included – and what is not |
| Deliverables and timelines | Milestones, deadlines and dependencies on the client |
| Fees and payment | Price, advance, milestone payments, due dates and interest on late payment |
| Change requests | How extra work is requested, priced and approved |
| Acceptance | How deliverables are reviewed and approved |
| Intellectual property | Who owns the work, and when ownership passes |
| Confidentiality and data | Protection of business information and personal data |
| Warranties | Standards the services will meet |
| Liability and indemnity | A cap on liability, and who covers which claims |
| Non-solicitation | Not hiring each other's staff during and after the contract |
| Termination | Notice, termination for breach, and payment for work done |
| Disputes | Arbitration or courts, and governing law |
Master service agreement and statements of work
Businesses that work together on many projects often sign a master service agreement (MSA) once, with the legal terms, and then agree each project in a short statement of work (SOW) with its own scope, timeline and price. This saves negotiating the legal terms every time and keeps project details clear.
Getting paid on time
- Ask for an advance or tie payments to milestones rather than one final payment.
- State due dates and interest on late payment.
- Keep acceptance objective, so payment is not held up by vague objections.
- If you are a micro or small enterprise with Udyam registration, buyers must pay within the agreed time – not more than 45 days – and you can approach the MSME facilitation council if they do not.
- If payment is still withheld, a legal notice is usually the next step.
Tax points
Service providers registered for GST charge GST on their invoices, and the client deducts TDS where the law requires it – for example, on professional fees or contract work. The agreement should state whether prices include GST and how TDS is handled, so the amounts received match the invoices.
Our service
Our business lawyers draft service agreements for providers and clients, and MSAs with SOW templates for ongoing relationships. Before sharing sensitive information, start with a non-disclosure agreement; for individual experts, a consultancy agreement may fit better.
Documents required for Service Agreement
After you purchase, log in to My Account → My Services and upload each document below. Scanned copies or clear phone photos (PDF, JPG or PNG) are fine. Your files are stored privately and seen only by your assigned expert.
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Details of both parties Incorporation certificate, GST certificate or ID proof Required
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Scope of work or proposal Description of services and deliverables Required
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Commercial terms Fees, payment schedule, timelines and term Required
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Existing contract If you want us to review or update it If applicable
Service Agreement process with Nevo Legal
Share Your Requirements
Tell us about the nature of the services and the terms discussed with your client or provider.
Submit Necessary Details
Provide relevant documents and work details.
Drafting the Agreement
We’ll prepare a Service Agreement customized to your needs.
Review and Revisions
Go through the draft and request edits if necessary.
Receive Final Agreement
Get the finalized document ready for signatures.
What you get
- One-on-one consultation with legal experts
- Tailor-made Service Agreement draft
- Payment, liability, and termination clauses
- Confidentiality and dispute resolution provisions
- Final document in printable and digitally signed formats
Service Agreement – frequently asked questions
Is a Service Agreement mandatory?
Not legally mandatory, but strongly recommended to protect your rights and avoid disputes.
Can I use a generic template?
Generic templates may miss key terms specific to your service or industry. A custom agreement is always safer.
Can a Service Agreement be verbal?
While verbal agreements are valid in India, written contracts are more reliable and enforceable in legal disputes.
Do I need to register the Service Agreement?
No registration is required, but stamp duty and notarization may enhance legal strength in certain states or high-value cases.
What happens if one party breaches the contract?
You can take legal action under breach of contract. Remedies may include compensation, injunctions, or specific performance.
How long does it take to get a Service Agreement drafted?
Typically 2–4 working days after receiving all required inputs.
What is an MSA and an SOW?
A master service agreement sets the legal terms once. Each project is then agreed in a short statement of work with its own scope, timeline and price.
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