The client agreement for those who want to build trust, communication, and success with their clients.
Does this Sound Familiar?
- You're afraid you're not "legit" without a contract — but you're also afraid a contract will create conflict before a project even starts.
- You dread legalese that doesn't sound anything like you.
- You're building a soul-filled business that represents who you are.
- You want to build trust with your clients — not feel like you have to defend or protect yourself from them.
If any of that hit home, this template pack was made for you.
An Attorney-Drafted Agreement
That Actually Sounds Like You
The Client Agreement Template Pack for Designers is an attorney-drafted Master Service Agreement and Statement of Work document set that lets designers and creatives do business like a pro — using language that reflects the trustworthy, heart-centered approach you already bring to your work.
You set your business terms once and reuse them for every client and project so you can lead your business with confidence, while still maintaining the trust and guidelines that set every project up for success.
Yes, I'm Ready!Not the Same Legalese
After 15 years as a business attorney, I couldn't understand why agreements meant to support everyone's growth and success were being built on a foundation of fighting and protection.
It felt counterproductive — like we were injecting a lack-based mindset into what should be an opportunity for growth.
So I left my role as Senior Legal Counsel at a Fortune 500 company to coach business owners on the real opportunity a contract represents: an agreement that reflects everyone's true intent — to work together, successfully.
Because here's the thing — you don't take on clients you don't trust. So why treat them like you do?
Now it's my joy and honor to help business owners build client agreements that represent how they actually do business — from the heart.
— Acacia Thornton, Business Attorney
What's Included:
You'll get 5 key items in your template pack:
- Master Service Agreement template (Google Doc and Word formats)
- Statement of Work template (Google Doc and Word formats)
- A guide walking you through how to easily customize your Master Service Agreement
- A guide walking you through how to easily customize your Statement of Work
- Best practices, checklists and tips for using both together
Why Both a Master Service Agreement and a Statement of Work?
When you build real trust and relationship with a client, they come back for more projects. You shouldn't have to redo all your paperwork every time, or mix new project details into an old contract.
Your Master Service Agreement sets the guidelines of the relationship — you only need it once. Every new project or add-on after that can run on a simple, easy-to-follow Statement of Work.
It keeps your paperwork — and your communication — clear and consistent, right down to the structure of the documents themselves.
“I didn’t know contracts could feel this empowering. I got clarity and confidence right from the start—and realized how simple it can be."
— Helen C., Owner Juli Creative Studio
Who This is For
This template pack is designed for creatives and designers, including:
- Logo and branding designers
- Advertising and social media creators
- Website designers
- Marketing directors
- Creative agencies
...anyone who believes in the power of great, trustworthy client relationships.
X This is not for: coaches, online program creators, social media influencers, or anyone looking to prepare for a fight or a battle.
This pack is built on the belief that trust and boundaries are the same thing.
Designed with You In Mind
This Master Services Agreement + Statement of Work Combo was designed for creative businesses.
It can be used with prepaid, milestone, retainer, or custom-fee projects.
Includes Relationship Friendly Terms Like:
- Client communication expectations that keep projects on track
- Anti-ghosting clause to discourage clients from going silent at critical moments
- Anti-chargeback clause so clients can't take your work without paying
- Option to keep the rights to your source files
- Freedom to use AI and technology to assist your work
- Liability protection — if something goes wrong, your maximum liability is capped at the amount the client paid you in the past year
- Permission to use completed work in your samples, media, and press kits
- Get an extra week of project time if you or a loved one get sick or pass.
... and more!
What's Waiting for You Inside
Master Services Agreement Template (MSA)
($750 Value)
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Core terms that shape business and relationship success like anti ghosting, anti chargeback and extra time for family emergencies.
Statement of Work Template (SOW)
($500 Value)
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Project details and deliverables so each project is clear and quick to launch. Set license and usage types, payment type, and clarify the project scope.
Customization Guides
($500 Value)
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Step by step guide to customizing your temples so you can easily upload them into your favorite document management, system like Dubsado, Honeybook or your choice.
Best Practices & Checklists
($750 Value)
- Being a pro is about seamless contract navigation and building success. Both guides include best practices, tips and tricks, and easy to follow checklists for every step so you look like a pro from day one.
Real trust isn't naive — it's backed by clarity.
This pack gives you both: the language that reflects the honest, relationship-first way you do business, and the built-in boundaries that mean you never have to choose between being kind and being protected.
“Having a client agreement that represents me and how I do business gives me more confidence as a business owner. I feel empowered to take charge of my company and client relationships in a whole new way.”
— Nicole R., Coach & Author of Free to Fly
Easy as One, Two, Three!
1. Download
Get instant download access as soon as you check out
2. Make It Yours
Customize the documents to represent your business using the included guides.
3. Reuse Every Time
Repeat for every new and returning client. No starting from scratch.
Grab Your Client Agreement Template Now
For Designers and Creatives
Only $197
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Disclaimer: This template pack, including all templates, guides, worksheets, and related materials, is provided for educational and informational purposes only. You are solely responsible for determining whether these materials are appropriate for your business and for how you choose to use, modify, or not use them.
Nothing contained in this template pack constitutes legal advice, and your purchase or use of these materials does not create an attorney-client relationship with me or my company, Abstract Acacia, LLC. No representations, guarantees, or warranties are made regarding any particular legal, business, or financial outcome resulting from the use of these materials.
Abstract Acacia, LLC dba CEOLegalCoach is not a law firm.