## Retainer Agreement

### Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Scope of Services
3. Fees and Payment
4. Confidentiality
5. Termination
6. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
7. Entire Agreement
8. Notices
9. Severability
10. Waiver
11. Counterparts

### Introduction

This Retainer Agreement (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of [DATE] by and between [LAW FIRM NAME], a [STATE] [ENTITY TYPE] with its principal place of business at [ADDRESS] (the "Firm"), and [CLIENT NAME], residing at [ADDRESS] (the "Client").

### Scope of Services

1. **Engagement of Firm.** The Client hereby engages the Firm to provide legal services in connection with [DESCRIBE THE SCOPE OF SERVICES].

2. **Specific Services.** The Firm shall provide the following specific services:

    * [LIST SPECIFIC SERVICES]

3. **Exclusions.** The Firm shall not be responsible for the following:

    * [LIST EXCLUDED SERVICES]

### Fees and Payment

1. **Fees.** The Firm's fees for the services provided under this Agreement shall be [DESCRIBE FEE STRUCTURE, e.g., hourly rate, flat fee, contingency fee].

2. **Payment Terms.** The Client shall pay the Firm's fees as follows:

    * [DESCRIBE PAYMENT TERMS, e.g., monthly invoices, payment upon completion of services].

3. **Expenses.** The Client shall reimburse the Firm for all reasonable and documented expenses incurred by the Firm in connection with the services provided under this Agreement, including but not limited to:

    * [LIST EXAMPLES OF EXPENSES, e.g., travel, filing fees, expert witness fees].

4. **Late Payment.** If the Client fails to make any payment due hereunder within [NUMBER] days of the due date, the Firm may, at its sole discretion, suspend or terminate the services provided under this Agreement.

### Confidentiality

1. **Confidential Information.** The Firm and the Client agree to hold in confidence all information disclosed by the other party in connection with this Agreement, including but not limited to:

    * [LIST EXAMPLES OF CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION, e.g., financial information, business plans, legal strategies].

2. **Exceptions.** The confidentiality obligations under this Section shall not apply to information that:

    * is already in the public domain;
    * is independently developed by the receiving party;
    * is lawfully obtained from a third party; or
    * is required to be disclosed by law.

### Termination

1. **Termination by Client.** The Client may terminate this Agreement at any time upon [NUMBER] days' written notice to the Firm.

2. **Termination by Firm.** The Firm may terminate this Agreement at any time upon [NUMBER] days' written notice to the Client for any of the following reasons:

    * [LIST REASONS FOR TERMINATION BY FIRM, e.g., non-payment of fees, breach of this Agreement].

3. **Effect of Termination.** Upon termination of this Agreement, the Firm shall be entitled to be paid for all services rendered and expenses incurred up to the date of termination.

### Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

1. **Governing Law.** This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Kenya.

2. **Dispute Resolution.** Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be settled by binding arbitration in accordance with the Arbitration Act, 1995. The arbitration shall be conducted in [CITY, COUNTRY] and the language of the arbitration shall be English.

### Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications, representations, or agreements, whether oral or written.

### Notices

All notices and other communications hereunder shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been duly given when delivered personally, sent by certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, or sent by overnight courier service, addressed as follows:

If to the Firm:

[LAW FIRM NAME]
[ADDRESS]

If to the Client:

[CLIENT NAME]
[ADDRESS]

### Severability

If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

### Waiver

No waiver of any breach of this Agreement shall be deemed a waiver of any subsequent breach.

### Counterparts

This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.

### Signature

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.

**[LAW FIRM NAME]**

By: [NAME]

Title: [TITLE]

**[CLIENT NAME]**

By: [NAME]

Title: [TITLE]

**Sources:**

* **Arbitration Act, 1995**
* **Constitution of Kenya, 2010**

**Note:** This is a sample Retainer Agreement and may not be suitable for all situations. It is important to consult with an attorney to ensure that the Agreement is tailored to your specific needs.


## Retainer Agreement

This Retainer Agreement (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date] by and between [Law Firm Name], a law firm duly organized and existing under the laws of the Republic of Kenya, with its principal place of business at [Law Firm Address] (the "Firm"), and [Client Name], residing at [Client Address] (the "Client").

### 1. Introduction

This Agreement sets forth the terms and conditions under which the Firm agrees to provide legal services to the Client.

### 2. Scope of Services

The Firm agrees to provide the following legal services to the Client:

* [List of legal services to be provided]

The Firm will use commercially reasonable efforts to provide the legal services in a timely and professional manner.

### 3. Fees and Payment

The Client agrees to pay the Firm a fee of [Amount] for the legal services provided under this Agreement. The fee will be paid as follows:

* [Payment schedule]

The Client shall pay all fees and expenses incurred by the Firm in connection with the legal services provided under this Agreement within [Number] days of the invoice date.

### 4. Expenses

The Client agrees to reimburse the Firm for all reasonable and documented expenses incurred by the Firm in connection with the legal services provided under this Agreement, including but not limited to:

* Court filing fees
* Travel expenses
* Expert witness fees
* Copying and printing costs
* Postage and courier fees

### 5. Confidentiality

The Firm agrees to hold in confidence all information relating to the Client's business and affairs that is disclosed to the Firm in connection with the legal services provided under this Agreement. The Firm will not disclose such information to any third party without the Client's prior written consent.

### 6. Termination

This Agreement may be terminated by either party upon [Number] days' written notice to the other party.

### 7. Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Kenya.

### 8. Dispute Resolution

Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be settled by binding arbitration in accordance with the Arbitration Act, 1995. The arbitration shall be conducted in [City, Kenya] and the language of the arbitration shall be English.

### 9. Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications, representations, or agreements, whether oral or written.

### 10. Severability

If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

### 11. Notices

All notices and other communications hereunder shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been duly given when delivered personally, sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, or sent by overnight courier service, addressed as follows:

If to the Firm:

[Law Firm Name]
[Law Firm Address]

If to the Client:

[Client Name]
[Client Address]

### 12. Waiver

No waiver of any breach of this Agreement shall be deemed a waiver of any subsequent breach.

### 13. Binding Effect

This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties hereto and their respective successors and permitted assigns.

### 14. Counterparts

This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.

**[Law Firm Name]**

By: [Signature]

Name: [Printed Name]

Title: [Title]

**[Client Name]**

By: [Signature]

Name: [Printed Name]

### Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Scope of Services
3. Fees and Payment
4. Expenses
5. Confidentiality
6. Termination
7. Governing Law
8. Dispute Resolution
9. Entire Agreement
10. Severability
11. Notices
12. Waiver
13. Binding Effect
14. Counterparts

### TLDR

This Retainer Agreement outlines the terms and conditions for the provision of legal services by [Law Firm Name] to [Client Name]. It covers the scope of services, fees and payment, expenses, confidentiality, termination, governing law, dispute resolution, and other relevant provisions.

### Sources

* [Kenya Law](http://www.kenyalaw.org:8181/exist/kenyalex/index.xql)
* [Arbitration Act, 1995](http://www.kenyalaw.org:8181/exist/kenyalex/actview.xql?actid=CAP.%204)

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## Sample Retainer Agreement

**RETAINER AGREEMENT**

This Retainer Agreement (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date] by and between [Law Firm Name], a law firm duly organized and existing under the laws of the Republic of Kenya, with its principal place of business at [Law Firm Address] (the "Firm"), and [Client Name], residing at [Client Address] (the "Client").

**1. Introduction**

This Agreement sets forth the terms and conditions under which the Firm agrees to provide legal services to the Client.

**2. Scope of Services**

The Firm agrees to provide the following legal services to the Client:

* [List of legal services to be provided]

The Firm will use commercially reasonable efforts to provide the legal services in a timely and professional manner.

**3. Fees and Payment**

The Client agrees to pay the Firm a fee of [Amount] for the legal services provided under this Agreement. The fee will be paid as follows:

* [Payment schedule]

The Client shall pay all fees and expenses incurred by the Firm in connection with the legal services provided under this Agreement within [Number] days of the invoice date.

**4. Expenses**

The Client agrees to reimburse the Firm for all reasonable and documented expenses incurred by the Firm in connection with the legal services provided under this Agreement, including but not limited to:

* Court filing fees
* Travel expenses
* Expert witness fees
* Copying and printing costs
* Postage and courier fees

**5. Confidentiality**

The Firm agrees to hold in confidence all information relating to the Client's business and affairs that is disclosed to the Firm in connection with the legal services provided under this Agreement. The Firm will not disclose such information to any third party without the Client's prior written consent.

**6. Termination**

This Agreement may be terminated by either party upon [Number] days' written notice to the other party.

**7. Governing Law**

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Kenya.

**8. Dispute Resolution**

Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be settled by binding arbitration in accordance with the Arbitration Act, 1995. The arbitration shall be conducted in [City, Kenya] and the language of the arbitration shall be English.

**9. Entire Agreement**

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications, representations, or agreements, whether oral or written.

**10. Severability**

If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

**11. Notices**

All notices and other communications hereunder shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been duly given when delivered personally, sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, or sent by overnight courier service, addressed as follows:

If to the Firm:

[Law Firm Name]
[Law Firm Address]

If to the Client:

[Client Name]
[Client Address]

**12. Waiver**

No waiver of any breach of this Agreement shall be deemed a waiver of any subsequent breach.

**13. Binding Effect**

This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties hereto and their respective successors and permitted assigns.

**14. Counterparts**

This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.

**[Law Firm Name]**

By: [Signature]

Name: [Printed Name]

Title: [Title]

**[Client Name]**

By: [Signature]

Name: [Printed Name]

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### Retainer Agreement for a Law Firm

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#### Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Scope of Representation
3. Legal Fees and Billing
4. Retainer Fee
5. Client Responsibilities
6. Attorney Responsibilities
7. Confidentiality
8. Termination of Agreement
9. Dispute Resolution
10. Governing Law
11. Entire Agreement
12. Amendments
13. Signatures

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### 1. Introduction

This Retainer Agreement ("Agreement") is made and entered into on [Date], by and between [Law Firm Name], a law firm duly registered under the laws of Kenya, with its principal office located at [Law Firm Address] ("Attorney"), and [Client's Full Name], residing at [Client's Address] ("Client").

### 2. Scope of Representation

The Attorney agrees to represent the Client in the matter of [Briefly describe the legal issue or case], as discussed between the parties. The scope of representation will include, but is not limited to:

- [Specify the legal services to be provided, e.g., legal consultation, drafting of documents, court representation, etc.]
- [Additional services, if any]

### 3. Legal Fees and Billing

The Client agrees to pay the Attorney for legal services rendered at the following rates:

- Partner: Ksh [Amount] per hour
- Associate: Ksh [Amount] per hour
- Paralegal: Ksh [Amount] per hour

The Attorney will provide the Client with a detailed invoice on a [monthly/bi-weekly] basis, outlining the services provided and the time spent on each task.

### 4. Retainer Fee

Upon signing this Agreement, the Client agrees to pay an initial retainer fee of Ksh [Amount]. This retainer fee will be held in a trust account and applied against future invoices. The Client agrees to replenish the retainer fee to its original amount upon receiving a request from the Attorney.

### 5. Client Responsibilities

The Client agrees to:

- Provide all necessary information and documents related to the case.
- Respond promptly to the Attorney's requests for information.
- Attend all scheduled meetings and court appearances.
- Pay all invoices within [number] days of receipt.

### 6. Attorney Responsibilities

The Attorney agrees to:

- Provide competent and diligent representation.
- Keep the Client informed about the status of the case.
- Maintain confidentiality of all information related to the representation.
- Act in the Client's best interest at all times.

### 7. Confidentiality

The Attorney shall maintain the confidentiality of all information provided by the Client, in accordance with the Advocates Act (Cap. 16) and other applicable laws. This confidentiality extends beyond the termination of this Agreement.

### 8. Termination of Agreement

This Agreement may be terminated by either party upon [number] days' written notice. Upon termination, the Client shall pay for all services rendered and costs incurred up to the date of termination. Any remaining balance in the retainer fee will be refunded to the Client.

### 9. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of or in connection with this Agreement shall be resolved through mediation. If mediation fails, the dispute shall be submitted to arbitration in accordance with the Arbitration Act (Cap. 49) of Kenya. The decision of the arbitrator shall be final and binding.

### 10. Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Kenya.

### 11. Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior discussions, agreements, or understandings of any kind.

### 12. Amendments

Any amendments to this Agreement must be made in writing and signed by both parties.

### 13. Signatures

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Retainer Agreement as of the day and year first above written.

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**[Law Firm Name]**

By: ___________________________  
Name: [Attorney's Full Name]  
Title: [Attorney's Title]  
Date: [Date]

**[Client's Full Name]**

By: ___________________________  
Name: [Client's Full Name]  
Date: [Date]

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### Conclusion

This Retainer Agreement outlines the terms and conditions under which the law firm will provide legal services to the client. It ensures that both parties are clear on their responsibilities, the scope of work, and the financial arrangements. By signing this agreement, both parties commit to a professional relationship based on trust and mutual respect.

### TLDR

A Retainer Agreement is a contract between a law firm and a client that outlines the scope of legal services, fees, responsibilities, confidentiality, and dispute resolution mechanisms. It ensures clarity and sets the foundation for a professional relationship.

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Sources:
- [Advocates Act (Cap. 16)](http://www.kenyalaw.org:8181/exist/rest//db/kenyalex/Kenya/Legislation/English/Acts%20and%20Regulations/A/Advocates%20Act%20Cap.%2016%20-%20No.%2018%20of%201989/docs/AdvocatesAct18of1989.pdf)
- [Arbitration Act (Cap. 49)](http://www.kenyalaw.org:8181/exist/rest//db/kenyalex/Kenya/Legislation/English/Acts%20and%20Regulations/A/Arbitration%20Act%20Cap.%2049%20-%20No.%204%20of%201995/docs/ArbitrationAct4of1995.pdf)

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