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SystemAlign LLC 

Effective Date: January 28, 2026

These Terms and Conditions ("Agreement") govern the provision of consulting services by SystemAlign ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") to clients ("Client," "you," or "your") through our website systemalign.com (the "Site"). By engaging our services, you agree to be bound by these terms.

1. SERVICES
SystemAlign provides consulting services designed to protect businesses from lawsuits and ensure intellectual property protection, including but not limited to logos, content, images, trademarks, copyrights, and other proprietary materials. Services may include legal compliance reviews, intellectual property audits, risk assessments, policy development, and strategic consulting.

2. ENGAGEMENT AND SCOPE OF WORK
2.1. Each consulting engagement will be defined through a separate Statement of Work ("SOW") or service agreement that outlines specific deliverables, timelines, and fees.
 

2.2. Services are provided on a project basis or retainer basis as agreed upon in writing.
 

2.3. Any changes to the scope of work must be agreed upon in writing and may result in adjusted fees and timelines.

3. FEES AND PAYMENT TERMS
3.1. Fees for services will be specified in the applicable SOW or service agreement.
 

3.2. Payment terms are net 30 days from invoice date unless otherwise specified.
 

3.3. Late payments may incur a fee of 1.5% per month (or the maximum allowed by law) on outstanding balances.
 

3.4. Client is responsible for all expenses incurred in connection with services, including filing fees, research costs, and third-party services, unless otherwise agreed in writing.
 

3.5. We reserve the right to suspend services if payment is more than 30 days overdue.

4. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
4.1. Client Intellectual Property: All intellectual property owned by Client prior to engagement or developed independently remains the sole property of Client.
 

4.2. Work Product: Upon full payment of fees, Client shall own all deliverables and work product specifically created for Client under the engagement ("Work Product").
 

4.3. Company Materials: SystemAlign retains all rights to pre-existing methodologies, templates, tools, frameworks, and general knowledge developed prior to or outside the scope of the engagement ("Company Materials").
 

4.4. License Grant: Client grants SystemAlign a limited, non-exclusive license to use Client's intellectual property solely for the purpose of providing the contracted services.
 

4.5. Portfolio Rights: SystemAlign may reference Client's name and a general description of services provided for marketing and portfolio purposes unless Client objects in writing.

5. CONFIDENTIALITY
5.1. Both parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of all proprietary and confidential information disclosed during the engagement ("Confidential Information").
 

5.2. Confidential Information includes, but is not limited to, business strategies, financial information, intellectual property, trade secrets, customer data, and any information marked as confidential.
 

5.3. This obligation does not apply to information that: (a) is publicly available through no breach of this Agreement; (b) was rightfully in the receiving party's possession prior to disclosure; (c) is independently developed; or (d) is required to be disclosed by law.
 

5.4. The confidentiality obligation survives termination of this Agreement for a period of five (5) years.

6. PROFESSIONAL ADVICE DISCLAIMER
6.1. SystemAlign provides consulting services and strategic advice but does not provide legal advice unless explicitly stated and provided by licensed attorneys.
 

6.2. Our services are not a substitute for legal counsel. Clients are encouraged to consult with qualified legal professionals for specific legal matters.
 

6.3. While we strive to provide accurate and current information, laws and regulations change frequently. Client is responsible for verifying applicability of recommendations to their specific situation.

7. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
7.1. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, SYSTEMALIGN'S TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIMS ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO SERVICES PROVIDED SHALL NOT EXCEED THE TOTAL FEES PAID BY CLIENT FOR THE SPECIFIC SERVICES GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM IN THE SIX (6) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.
 

7.2. IN NO EVENT SHALL SYSTEMALIGN BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST PROFITS, LOST REVENUE, LOST DATA, OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
 

7.3. Client acknowledges that SystemAlign cannot guarantee specific outcomes or results from consulting services.

8. INDEMNIFICATION
8.1. Client agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless SystemAlign, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from: (a) Client's use of services; (b) Client's breach of this Agreement; (c) Client's violation of any law or third-party rights; or (d) any content or materials provided by Client.
 

8.2. SystemAlign will promptly notify Client of any claim subject to indemnification and cooperate reasonably in the defense.

9. WARRANTIES AND DISCLAIMERS
9.1. SystemAlign warrants that services will be performed in a professional and workmanlike manner consistent with industry standards.
 

9.2. EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED IN SECTION 9.1, SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.
 

9.3. Client warrants that: (a) it has the right to use and disclose all materials provided to SystemAlign; (b) such materials do not infringe third-party intellectual property rights; and (c) it will comply with all applicable laws.

10. TERM AND TERMINATION
10.1. This Agreement begins on the effective date and continues until all services are completed or the Agreement is terminated.
 

10.2. Either party may terminate this Agreement with 30 days' written notice.
 

10.3. Either party may terminate immediately for material breach if the breach is not cured within 15 days of written notice.
 

10.4. Upon termination, Client shall pay for all services performed and expenses incurred through the termination date.
 

10.5. Sections 4 (Intellectual Property), 5 (Confidentiality), 7 (Limitation of Liability), 8 (Indemnification), and 13 (Governing Law) survive termination.

11. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR RELATIONSHIP
SystemAlign is an independent contractor and not an employee, partner, or joint venturer of Client. Nothing in this Agreement creates an employment, agency, or partnership relationship. SystemAlign is responsible for its own taxes and benefits.

12. DATA PROTECTION AND PRIVACY
12.1. SystemAlign will handle personal data in accordance with applicable privacy laws, including GDPR and CCPA where applicable.
 

12.2. Client is responsible for obtaining necessary consents for any personal data shared with SystemAlign.
 

12.3. SystemAlign will implement reasonable security measures to protect Client data but cannot guarantee absolute security.

13. GOVERNING LAW AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION
13.1. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, without regard to conflict of law principles.
 

13.2. Any disputes arising from this Agreement shall first be attempted to be resolved through good-faith negotiation.
 

13.3. If negotiation fails, disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, with the arbitration held in New York, New York.
 

13.4. Each party shall bear its own costs and attorneys' fees unless otherwise awarded by the arbitrator.

14. MODIFICATIONS TO TERMS
SystemAlign reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Updated terms will be posted on systemalign.com with a revised effective date. Continued use of services after modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated terms. Material changes will be communicated to active clients via email.

15. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This Agreement, together with any SOWs and service agreements, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements, representations, and understandings, whether written or oral. This Agreement may only be modified by a written amendment signed by both parties.

16. SEVERABILITY
If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect, and the invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.

17. WAIVER
No waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall be deemed or shall constitute a waiver of any other provision, nor shall any waiver constitute a continuing waiver unless otherwise expressly provided in writing.

18. FORCE MAJEURE
Neither party shall be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including acts of God, war, terrorism, pandemic, government actions, natural disasters, or Internet failures.

19. ASSIGNMENT
Client may not assign or transfer this Agreement without SystemAlign's prior written consent. SystemAlign may assign this Agreement to an affiliate or in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

20. NOTICES
All notices under this Agreement must be in writing and delivered via email to the addresses specified in the SOW or to info@systemalign.com. Notices are deemed received upon confirmation of delivery.

For questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:
 

SystemAlign
Email: contact@systemalign.com
Website: www.systemalign.com

BY ENGAGING SYSTEMALIGN'S SERVICES, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS.

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