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Civil Law Contracts
If your business works with freelancers, consultants, or short-term collaborators, we prepare and manage civil law contracts (umowa zlecenie, umowa o dzieło) that are both legally compliant and tax efficient.
We guide you through the nuances of non-employment relationships to help you avoid legal risks and ensure smooth cooperation.
Well-drafted civil law contracts form the foundation of secure business relationships and successful collaborations. At Easybooks, our team delivers civil law contracts that help businesses protect their interests and ensure mutual clarity.
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Comprehensive civil law contract services
Drafting civil law contracts
Whether you need a service agreement, freelance contract, or outsourcing agreement, we prepare accurate and customized contracts aligned with your business goals and compliant with Polish law.
Contract review
Our team reviews and optimizes your documents to identify legal risks, ensure compliance, and enhance clarity in terms and conditions.
Annexes and contract modifications
Business conditions change. We create annexes and amendments to update your agreements in line with evolving needs or new arrangements.
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Why choose our civil law contract services?
At Easybooks, our expertise allows us to provide contract solutions that are both legally sound and aligned with your financial strategy. Here’s why businesses across Poland trust us:
Compliance with Polish civil law
All contracts are drafted to meet current civil law requirements, minimizing the risk of legal disputes and ensuring enforceability.
Risk reduction and legal clarity
From payment terms to liability clauses, our contracts clearly define each party’s rights and obligations—reducing ambiguity and legal exposure.
Efficient and confidential
We deliver your contracts promptly and securely, with full respect for the confidentiality of your data and agreements.
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Get started today
Transform how your business handles legal agreements and strengthen your compliance framework. Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with expertly crafted civil law contracts tailored to your needs.
Contact us today for a consultation, and let us help your company stay ahead in an evolving legal landscape. Book a free call now!
Employment Contract vs Contract of Mandate – Comparison under Polish Law
Aspect | Employment Contract | Contract of Mandate (Umowa zlecenie) |
|---|---|---|
Legal basis | Legal basis Labour Code (Kodeks pracy) | Civil Code (Kodeks cywilny) |
Type of relationship | Employment relationship | Civil-law (contractual) relationship |
Subordination | Yes – the employee is subordinate to the employer’s orders | No formal subordination; more independence |
Place and time of work | Specified and controlled by the employer | Flexible – agreed between parties |
Entitlement to paid leave | Yes – statutory paid annual leave (min. 20/26 days) | No – no entitlement to paid holiday unless agreed |
Sick leave | Yes – paid sick leave covered by employer/ZUS | Only if subject to voluntary ZUS contributions |
Minimum wage | Yes – must follow the national minimum wage | Yes – must meet minimum hourly rate (for individuals) |
Social security contributions | Mandatory: retirement, disability, accident, health, sickness | Usually mandatory except sickness insurance (voluntary) |
Notice period | Regulated by law (2 weeks – 3 months, depending on tenure) | As agreed in the contract (or general Civil Code rules) |
Termination protection | Protected (e.g. for pregnant women, long-serving employees) | No special protection |
Written form requirement | Must be in writing before starting work | Not required, but recommended |
Employer obligations | Must keep personnel files, provide training, etc. | Fewer formal obligations |
Typical usage | Long-term employment, regular working hours | Short-term tasks, irregular or project-based work |
- An employment contract offers more security, benefits, and protections for the worker but also imposes more obligations on the employer.
- A contract of mandate provides flexibility and fewer obligations but does not offer the same level of protection or benefits.