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Independent Contractor Agreement

$495.00 + GST

Don’t risk sham contracting penalties. Get a custom Independent Contractor Agreement tailored to your business and aligned with the new 2026 Gateway Test.

  • Fixed Fee: $495 + GST.

  • Fully Compliant: Protects IP, limits liability and defines scope.

  • Fast Turnaround: Professional drafting without the hourly lawyer fees.

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Secure Your Business with a Compliant Independent Contractor Agreement

Hiring contractors offers flexibility but it also brings specific legal risks. Without a robust Independent Contractor Agreement, you risk disputes over intellectual property, unclear deliverables and the severe penalties associated with “sham contracting”.

At Margate Group, we draft custom Independent Contractor Agreements tailored to your specific industry. Our documentation is fully compliant with New Zealand commercial law and proactively aligned with the upcoming 2026 Gateway Test criteria.

Why You Need a Written Agreement Verbal agreements or generic templates often fail to protect business owners when things go wrong. A professional agreement ensures you:

  • Own Your IP: Explicitly assign ownership of all work, designs and code to your business.

  • Minimise Liability: Clear indemnity clauses protect you from contractor negligence.

  • Avoid Employee Status: Clearly distinguish the relationship to avoid unwanted holiday pay and PAYE liabilities.

Ready for the 2026 Gateway Test? New Zealand legislation is introducing a 5-point “Gateway Test” to clarify the distinction between contractors and employees. If your documentation does not reflect true independence, the Employment Relations Authority (ERA) may reclassify your contractors as employees.

Our agreements are drafted with these 5 key criteria in mind, ensuring your contractors have the freedom to work, right of substitution and financial independence required to pass the test.

What is Included in the Fixed Fee ($495 + GST)?

  • Custom Drafting: We tailor the terms to your specific project and industry risks.

  • Scope & Deliverables: Clear definitions of what is expected and when.

  • Payment & Termination: robust terms for invoicing, late payments and ending the contract.

  • Restraint of Trade: Reasonable clauses to prevent client poaching (where applicable).

  • Dispute Resolution: A clear process to handle disagreements without expensive litigation.

How It Works

  1. Purchase: Order the service online to get started.

  2. Consult: We briefly discuss your needs to ensure a contractor arrangement is the right fit.

  3. Draft: We prepare your custom agreement within 3-5 business days.

  4. Handover: You receive a polished, compliant document ready for signing.

Protect your business and your intellectual property today. Order your custom Independent Contractor Agreement now.

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