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What notice should a subcontractor get on termination?

Agency can end at once while you owe 60 days notice? Make notice mutual and add payment for work done, committed costs and a wind-down fee.

The risky clause

Agency may terminate at any time without notice and without payment for work in progress. Subcontractor needs 60 days written notice.

Why it is dangerous

A one-way exit leaves you with unpaid hours and idle capacity. Ask for mutual notice, payment for work done, committed costs and a short wind-down fee. This is general information, not legal advice.

Safer clause to propose

Either party may terminate with 30 days written notice. Agency shall pay for all work performed, committed third-party costs and a wind-down fee of [AMOUNT].

Message to send

Hi [Agency],

Could termination be mutual with 30 days notice, with payment for work done and committed costs? Thanks, [Your Name]

Frequently asked questions

Can an agency end the contract immediately?

Only if the contract allows it. Negotiate notice and payment.

What is a wind-down fee?

A payment covering the cost of ending a project suddenly.

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