Commercial contracts
Cooperation Agreement
A cooperation agreement sets the framework for long-term partnership without creating a separate legal entity. It defines the common goal, each party's contributions, revenue and cost sharing, project governance and dispute resolution. Individual projects are handled by short addenda.
These templates are for illustrative purposes only. They are not legal advice — consult a lawyer before signing.
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What the agreement covers
- Common goal and subject of cooperation
- Each party's contributions — finances, know-how, resources
- Revenue and cost sharing
- Project governance and decision-making authority
- Protection of intellectual property of created outputs
- Conditions for terminating cooperation and settlement
Frequently asked questions
Not exactly. A cooperation agreement is a contractual relationship without creating a new legal entity. A joint venture may or may not be formalised as a company.