Project Cancellation Agreement Template

Multiple Cancellation Scenarios Built-In: Four pre-written cancellation reason options. Simply select the scenario that matches your situation, delete the others, and the agreement is tailored to your exact circumstances.

Professional Documentation That Ends Uncertainty: Transforms a potentially messy situation into a formal, signed agreement. Both parties know exactly where they stand - no grey areas, no lingering resentment from unclear endings.

Optional Non-Disparagement Clauses: Protects your professional reputation when projects end poorly. Prevents clients from posting negative reviews or making public statements about the cancellation. Equally prevents you from badmouthing them. Professional separation maintained.

Multi-Jurisdiction Dispute Resolution: Separate governing law and dispute resolution language for UK, US, and International designers. Work with confidence regardless of where your client is located.

Scenario-Based Implementation Guidance: Detailed designer notes (removed before sending to client) explaining when to use each option, how to calculate fair settlements, what to document, and red flags that indicate you need a lawyer. Navigate difficult conversations with confidence and clarity.

Quick 15-20 Minute Deployment: Clear [BRACKET] system shows exactly what information to insert. When you're dealing with a cancellation, you don't have time to figure out complex templates. This gets you to a professional, signed agreement fast.

Works Seamlessly with Main Contract: References and complements the Designer Contract Template. Maintains consistent language and legal framework. If you're using our main contract, this cancellation agreement integrates perfectly with the same terms and structures.

Maintains Professionalism in Difficult Situations: Even when projects end badly, this agreement keeps the separation professional and documented. Protects your reputation, preserves potential future relationships, and avoids burning bridges publicly.

Clean, Professional Format: Minimalist design that's easy to read and understand. Signature sections, date fields, and clear section headers make this feel official and legitimate - clients take it seriously.

Fully Customisable Agreement: Every section is editable. Tailor the language, adjust settlement amounts, modify IP terms to match your specific situation.

Multi-Format Flexibility: PDF for easy copy-paste and electronic signatures. InDesign version for creating branded cancellation agreements that maintain your professional aesthetic even in difficult circumstances.

Please note: Studio Blanche does not accept any responsibility in the event that this agreement does not stand up in a court of law. This cancellation agreement has been created based on our experience running a design studio and navigating real project terminations, but has not been verified by a lawyer. We recommend legal review, especially if significant money is involved or if you anticipate disputes.

Project Cancellation Agreement with 11 comprehensive sections and customisable scenario options

Scenario guidance notes for navigating cancellations professionally

PDF version for easy copy-paste or editable InDesign format for branded documents

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