Retainer Agreement
A retainer agreement provides ongoing access to a professional's services for a recurring monthly fee. The client retains the provider's time and availability — ideal for legal, consulting, PR, and marketing relationships.
When to Use a Retainer
Use for ongoing advisory or services relationships where the client wants guaranteed access to the provider's time on a recurring basis.
What Makes This Type Different
How a Retainer differs from the standard Service Agreement.
- Monthly recurring fee for ongoing access
- Defines included hours or deliverables per period
- Rollover or forfeit provisions for unused time
- Easier to plan workload for the provider
Other Service Agreement Types
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Freelance Services Agreement
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Software Development Agreement
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Cleaning Services Agreement
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Consulting Services Agreement
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Standard Service Agreement
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the Retainer.
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