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New York Freelance Contract Drafting Cost (2025)

This page explains the average cost to draft a freelance contract in New York, based on recent projects completed by lawyers on the ContractsCounsel platform.

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What Does It Cost to draft a Freelance Contract in New York?

Based on recent projects completed on ContractsCounsel, the average flat fee to draft a freelance contract in New York is $390.00 on a flat fee basis. These cost points come from recent New York freelance contract projects on the ContractsCounsel platform.

ContractsCounsel is one of the largest online legal marketplaces, with over 1,000 verified attorneys. Many of these lawyers help clients in New York with drafting tasks related to freelance contract projects — ensuring legal terms are properly structured and risks are clearly understood.

Average Cost Data from Lawyers on ContractsCounsel in New York

All Freelance Contract Projects in New York:
$390.00
Drafting a Freelance Contract in New York:
$390.00

Last updated: 11 October, 2022

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Donya G. on ContractsCounsel
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July 11, 2020

Donya G.

Contract, M&A, E-Commerce Attorney; Contract Dispute and Dispute Resolution Specialists
Free Consultation
United States
26 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NY CT
Pace University School of Law

I am a New York and Connecticut–licensed contracts attorney with over 25 years of legal and business experience. I focus on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements, advising small businesses and international brokerage firms — particularly in eCommerce acquisitions. My practice includes asset purchase agreements, master services agreements, operating agreements, employment agreements, and a broad range of commercial contracts, as well as merchant services defense, breach of contract matters and arbitration. I have served as General Counsel to small businesses, a Vice President at an investment bank, a Civil Court Arbitrator and Hearing Officer, and a Judicial Clerk to a Civil Court Judge. My combined legal and business background enables me to deliver practical, strategic counsel tailored to each client’s objectives.

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"Donya was an amazing partner and was very patient and diligent in dealing with the APA and OA. I highly recommend her as she knows her stuff, is confident, and always has your back."

Erdal T. on ContractsCounsel
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5.0 (3)
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September 15, 2022

Erdal T.

Owner, CEO and Managing Attorney
Free Consultation
New Jersey
20 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NY NJ
New York Law School

Erdal Turnacioglu of Erdal Employment Law focuses on providing employment solutions to both employees and businesses, whether through litigation, review of employee handbooks, workplace investigations, or training seminars.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Erdal was a pleasure to work with. He was quick to respond to any questions or concerns I had."

Daehoon P. on ContractsCounsel
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4.8 (201)
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November 26, 2021

Daehoon P.

Corporate & M&A | Venture Capital, Private Equity & Web3 Counsel | Real Estate Transactions
Free Consultation
New York, NY
10 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NY
American University Washington College of Law

Corporate, M&A & Securities Lawyer | Managing Attorney, DP Counsel PLLC Practice Areas: Business Formation | Commercial Contracts | Contract Drafting & Review | Mergers & Acquisitions | Venture Capital | Securities Offerings | Franchise Law | Employment & Equity Compensation | Intellectual Property | Cross-Border Transactions About/Bio: I represent companies, investors, and fund sponsors in corporate transactions, commercial contracting, and private securities matters, from entity formation and early-stage financings to acquisitions, exits, and ongoing strategic counsel. As Managing Attorney of DP Counsel PLLC, I help clients structure transactions clearly, allocate risk thoughtfully, and move deals forward with documentation that is practical, enforceable, and aligned with business objectives. My practice includes both day-to-day commercial matters and more complex transactional work, including venture financings, private offerings, M&A deals, fund-related documents, and cross-border structuring. What I Do: Corporate & Commercial • Entity formation and structuring for corporations, LLCs, and limited partnerships • Operating agreements, shareholder agreements, and governance documents • Commercial contract drafting, review, and negotiation • Vendor, distribution, manufacturing, SaaS, and licensing agreements • Employment, consulting, confidentiality, and equity compensation agreements • Outside general counsel support for growing companies Securities & Private Capital • Private offerings under Regulation D and Regulation S • Private placement memoranda, subscription agreements, and investor documents • SAFE, convertible note, and priced equity financings • Venture capital and private fund formation matters • Fund governing documents and offering document packages • Securities law analysis for private capital raising transactions Mergers & Acquisitions • Letters of intent and term sheets • Stock purchase, asset purchase, and merger agreements • Due diligence coordination and transaction support • Disclosure schedules, closing documents, and post-closing matters • Earnouts, rollover equity, indemnity structures, and related deal terms • HSR, CFIUS, and related regulatory issue spotting for qualifying transactions Digital Assets & Emerging Technologies • Federal-law digital asset and token securities analysis • Entity structuring for blockchain and Web3 ventures • Digital asset fund and operating structures • AML/KYC documentation support and regulatory issue spotting Franchising • Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs) • Franchise agreements • Master franchise and area development agreements • Franchise structuring and registration coordination Real Estate Transactions • Commercial real estate acquisitions and dispositions • Real estate joint ventures and syndications • Commercial lease drafting and negotiation • Real estate investment structures and related offering documents Cross-Border & International • U.S. market entry and entity structuring for international clients • Delaware and multi-entity holding structures • Cross-border transaction planning and documentation • Coordination with foreign counsel and tax advisors on cross-border matters Why Clients Hire Me: • Big-law-level drafting with boutique responsiveness • Practical, business-focused advice grounded in execution reality • Clear scoping and transparent fee arrangements • Experience across financings, acquisitions, fund formations, and cross-border transactions Typical Projects: • Contract drafting and negotiation • Entity formation and governance packages • Private offering document suites • Venture financing documentation • M&A transactions from LOI through closing • Fractional or outside general counsel support Industries Technology | SaaS | FinTech | Digital Assets | E-commerce | Healthcare | Real Estate | Food & Beverage | Professional Services

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Highly professional and efficient. The attorney handled my Terms of Service review expertly and provided exceptionally quick, clear responses to all of my clarification questions. I highly recommend their services."

Rhea d. on ContractsCounsel
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April 12, 2023

Rhea d.

Attorney
Free Consultation
San Francisco Bay Area, California
29 Yrs Experience
Licensed in CA, DC
University of Utah

Rhea de Aenlle is a business-savvy attorney with extensive experience in Privacy & Data Security (CIPP/US, CIPP/E), GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, FERPA, Intellectual Property, and Commercial Contracts. She has over 25 years of legal experience as an in-house counsel, AM Law 100 firm associate, and a solo practice attorney. Rhea works with start-up and midsize technology companies.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Rhea did quick work with efficiency and attention to detail. Also, she listens carefully and gets to the essence of what you're trying to accomplish. Highly recommended!"

Michael S. on ContractsCounsel
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4.9 (7)
Member Since:
April 16, 2023

Michael S.

Managing Partner
Free Consultation
Los Angeles, California
31 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NY CA
Harvard Law School

I began my career at "big law" firms, worked in-house for 14 years, and now have my own practice, providing big law quality at small firm rates. My practice focuses on strategic and commercial transactions, including M&A, preferred stock and common stock offerings, asset purchases and sales, joint ventures and strategic partnerships, stock option plans, master services agreements and SOWs, software development and license agreements, SaaS agreements, NDAs, employment and consulting agreements. I also manage corporate governance, advise boards and executives, and act as outside general counsel. I represent clients across the country and around the world.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
4.0

"Completed most of the work with majority of the answers correct!"

Ryan D. on ContractsCounsel
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4.8 (23)
Member Since:
April 25, 2023

Ryan D.

Partner
Free Consultation
Charlotte, North Carolina
9 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NC, NJ, SC
Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law

Ryan Duffy is a skilled attorney with extensive experience in business law and estate planning. He received his undergraduate degree in Business from Franklin & Marshall College and went on to graduate from Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law. Ryan has worked with numerous clients on matters ranging from business formation and contract drafting to estate planning and asset protection. He is dedicated to helping businesses of all sizes achieve their goals while minimizing legal risks. He also works closely with individuals and families to help them protect their assets and plan for the future. With his extensive knowledge and practical approach, Ryan can provide valuable legal guidance and support to clients in need of business law and estate planning services.

Recent  ContractsCounsel Client  Review:
5.0

"Awesome work, really put my mind at ease during a contract dispute with a major company."

Sonya A. on ContractsCounsel
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April 14, 2023

Sonya A.

Principal
Free Consultation
Washington
25 Yrs Experience
Licensed in CT, DC
Howard University School of Law

Experienced Attorney with a demonstrated history of working in the law practice industry. Skilled in Preparation of Wills, Trial Practice, Estate Administration, Trusts, and Estate Planning. Strong legal professional with a Juris Doctorate focused in Law from Howard University School of Law.

Karen M. on ContractsCounsel
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April 14, 2023

Karen M.

Managing Member
Free Consultation
Atlanta, Georgia
27 Yrs Experience
Licensed in GA
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Karen V. Mills is the founding member of the woman-owned boutique law firm Mills Law, LLC, based in Atlanta, Georgia, specializing in contracts, corporate transactional and business law.

Andrew M. on ContractsCounsel
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April 17, 2023

Andrew M.

Attorney
Free Consultation
Sarasota, Florida
11 Yrs Experience
Licensed in CO, NC, SC
University of Denver Sturm College of Law

Business Venture Law: Andrew Moore, Esq. focuses on solving modern business problems with common sense at affordable rates.

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Sean F.

Lawyer
Free Consultation
Ft. Lauderdale
12 Yrs Experience
Licensed in FL
NSU Shepard Broad College of Law

Mr. Foo represents clients on various employment matters, including wage and hour issues (i.e., overtime and minimum wage claims) as well as preparation of employment documents such as handbooks, employment contracts, and general workplace policies and procedures. Mr. Foo is admitted to practice in the U.S. Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals, U.S. District Courts for the Middle and Southern Districts of Florida, and all state courts in Florida.

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May 3, 2023

Tyler P.

Attorney
Free Consultation
Los Angeles, California
4 Yrs Experience
Licensed in CA
Northwestern California University School of Law

I am an experienced business coordinator with years of experience operating within an international setting where I discovered my passion for contracts and helping people. I became an attorney later in life to further and enhance these passions and to be able to help those in similar positions as I was find the legal help they need, and work with clients on a rate that is a fraction of the cost of going to a larger firm.

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