Framework for Collaboration Between the Client and the Advisor

Ownership Clause

All materials, including project plans, concepts, analyses, reports, and other intellectual property developed in connection with an assignment, remain the sole property of the advisor until a formal written agreement has been signed and the agreed-upon payment has been made. The client shall have no right to use, reproduce, distribute, or modify any such materials before obtaining express written consent from the advisor. Ownership of the materials does not transfer automatically upon engagement in discussions or preliminary work but only upon fulfilment of contractual obligations as specified in the agreement.

Confidentiality Clause

Any information, documentation, or insights exchanged between the client and the advisor, whether verbal, written, or digital, shall be considered strictly confidential. Neither party may disclose, copy, or use such information for any purpose other than the execution of the agreed assignment. This obligation applies indefinitely and extends beyond the termination of the collaboration. If a breach of confidentiality occurs, the violating party shall be liable for any resulting damages, including but not limited to financial losses and reputational harm.

Non-Use Clause

Any documents, reports, strategies, or methodologies developed by the advisor during the offer, negotiation, or pre-contractual phase remain the exclusive property of the advisor. The client is not permitted to implement, replicate, or benefit from such work, whether directly or indirectly, unless a formal agreement has been signed and full payment has been made. Any unauthorised use of the advisor’s materials will be considered a violation of this clause and may result in legal action, including financial compensation for unauthorised usage.

Non-Solicitation Clause

The client agrees not to solicit, hire, or attempt to engage any employees, subcontractors, or consultants associated with the advisor for a period of no less than twelve months following the conclusion of the assignment. This restriction applies to direct or indirect engagement, including through affiliated companies or third-party intermediaries. Any breach of this clause shall result in compensation to the advisor equivalent to the lost business opportunity or contract value. The advisor retains the right to seek legal recourse should an unauthorised solicitation occur.

These clauses form the legally binding basis for collaboration between the client and the advisor. By engaging in any form of professional relationship under these terms, both parties acknowledge and agree to adhere to the conditions set forth herein.