How a Computer Games Business Hired a Lawyer to Draft a Service Agreement in California (2024)

In 2024, a business in California sought assistance with drafting a service agreement to formalize the existing billing arrangements between its international parent company and its wholly owned subsidiary. The client had been operating on a cost-plus model for three years but realized the need for a formalized document to address the initial deposit and the ongoing operational costs. Given the close relationship and ownership structure between the two entities, the client preferred a straightforward agreement that closely resembled a template. As a result, the client received 11 proposals from qualified attorneys, with flat fee bids ranging from $600 to $1,500, all submitted to meet the one-week deadline.