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Simply using this Virtual Assistant Agreement is not enough to convert an employee into a contractor. The difference between an employee and a contractor is based on many factors, and no single factor is determinative. This is different from an employment contract, which would enable the virtual assistant to be hired as an employee. This Virtual Assistant Agreement enables a virtual assistant to be hired as a contractor. These differences are discussed in detail in our legal guide What's the Difference Between an Employee and an Independent Contractor? People or businesses using this document may need to consider the differences between a contractor and an employee. In an agreement like this, standard contractual clauses are also included, such as choice of law and venue.įor contractors that are going to be providing services other than as a Virtual Assistant, consider using our Service Agreement or our Freelance Agreement. Additional information, such as required hours and payment terms can also be included. In this Virtual Assistant Agreement, the parties agree to the terms of the relationship between them, including what work the virtual assistant will actually be doing for the client.

In fact, many virtual assistants now have freelance businesses entirely online. Virtual assistants can assist with almost everything an in-person assistant can. In the age of the internet, many businesses and individuals are choosing to use online assistant services, instead of spending the money and resources on an in-office or physically present assistant. If the parties intend for the virtual assistant to be an employee rather than a contractor, then they should consider using our Remote Work Agreement. There are important legal differences between independent contractors and employees (see the "Contractor v Employee" section below).

Using this agreement, the client can hire the virtual assistant as an independent contractor. A Virtual Assistant Agreement is a contract between a virtual assistant and their client.