Free engagement letter template for accountants, lawyers, and professional service firms. Covers scope, fees, responsibilities, limitations, and engagement acceptance.
Dear [Client Name], This letter confirms the terms of our engagement. [Firm Name] ("Firm") will provide the following professional services to [Client Name/Company] ("Client"): [describe services, e.g., "annual financial statement audit for fiscal year ending [Date]", "preparation of corporate tax returns", "legal representation in the matter of..."]. Services not specifically described in this letter are excluded from the scope of this engagement.
Our fees for this engagement are: [Option A: Fixed fee of (Amount) / Option B: Hourly rates ranging from (Amount) for associates to (Amount) for partners / Option C: Retainer of (Amount) per month]. We will bill [monthly/upon completion]. Invoices are due within [30] days. Out-of-pocket expenses (filing fees, travel, research databases) shall be billed at cost. We reserve the right to suspend services for overdue accounts exceeding [60] days.
The Client shall: (a) provide all information, documents, and records necessary for us to perform the services in a timely manner; (b) ensure the accuracy and completeness of all information provided; (c) designate a primary contact person with authority to make decisions; (d) respond to our inquiries within [5] business days; (e) inform us of any material changes affecting the engagement. Delays caused by the Client may result in additional fees and extended timelines.
Our services are limited to the scope described in Section 1. [For audit engagements: Our audit will be conducted in accordance with (auditing standards) and is designed to provide reasonable, not absolute, assurance.] [For tax engagements: We will prepare returns based on information provided; the Client is responsible for the accuracy of underlying data.] [For legal engagements: Our advice is based on current law, which may change.] This engagement does not include fraud detection unless specifically agreed.
We shall maintain the confidentiality of all Client information in accordance with professional standards and applicable law. We have performed a conflict check and are not aware of any conflicts that would prevent this engagement. If a conflict arises during the engagement, we shall promptly notify the Client and discuss options, which may include withdrawal from the engagement.
Signature — Party A
Signature — Party B
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