Freelance Contract Template for Scotland
Freelance contracts in Scotland are governed by Scots law, which shares IR35 tax rules with the rest of the UK but has distinct contract principles. Scottish courts may imply good faith duties and interpret ambiguous terms differently from English courts.
Scotland-specific legal consideration
The Requirements of Writing (Scotland) Act 1995 applies to certain IP assignments; a Scots-law freelance contract should expressly assign copyright under the CDPA 1988 with Scottish execution formalities.
What your AI-generated Freelance Contract includes
- IP ownership defaulting to freelancer until full payment received
- Kill fee clause (configurable %, default 50%) protecting against client cancellation
- Right of substitution supporting independent contractor status
- Portfolio rights — freelancer may show work unless client opts out
- Two rounds of revisions included; further rounds billed at agreed rate
- Late payment interest under applicable law (e.g. Late Payment Act 1998 for UK)
- Non-solicitation clause (12 months, mutual) protecting both parties
- Governing law and IR35/classification language for your jurisdiction
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This page provides general information about freelance contract contracts under Scots law and is not legal advice. Contracto generates AI-assisted contract drafts — always review with a qualified solicitor or lawyer for high-value or complex agreements. Full legal disclaimer →