An engagement letter is generally specific to professional services, such as accounting, consulting, or legal services. A contract, on the other hand, is a broader term that can apply to any agreement involving two parties, irrespective of the nature of their engagement.
Retention Letter means a document held to maintain net economic interest significantly, updated by various parties from time to time.
This is a legal contract between the law firm and the client setting forth the terms of the legal services to be provided and how the client will be charged for the services.
As a best practice, licensees should consider using a retainer agreement or engagement letter for every matter. Confirming the essential terms of the engagement with the client in writing manages client expectations and reduces the risk of misunderstanding between the licensee and their client.
To keep or continue to have something: She has lost her battle to retain control of the company. He managed to retain his dignity throughout the performance. She succeeded in retaining her lead in the second half of the race.
A retainer agreement is a work-for-hire contract. It falls between a one-off contract and permanent employment, which may be full-time or part-time. Its distinguishing feature is that the client or customer pays in advance for professional work to be specified later.