Problem Clause in Contract

[gricerboy]

Well guess what?

I told them I wouldn't sign it. Now had a call to say that the amendment has been made after all

[MrRobin]

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[Platypus]

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[malvolio]

Its free of charge

But hopefully worth rather a lot more than that!

InTouch know what they're doing and can be trusted, but there's a list of PCG Accredited Accountants on their website who have had the necessary training to make such assessments. Although a trial period is not actually an IR35 pointer either way, IMVHO, merely due diligence by the end client.

[Craig@Clarity]

How much do you charge?

Its free of charge

[gricerboy]

I think QDOS provide their opinion purely on the basis that the contract reflects the actually working practices (but I could be wrong).

Many specialist contractor accountants can provide you an IR35 review

How much do you charge?

[Craig@Clarity]

I think QDOS provide their opinion purely on the basis that the contract reflects the actually working practices (but I could be wrong).

Many specialist contractor accountants can provide you an IR35 review

[gricerboy]

Your IR35 status would be assessed on your actual working relationship with your end client and what happens on a day to day basis on site under the 3 main areas I mentioned previously.

If it helps, I would recommend seeking a second opinion and then you can compare the review.

Know anyone who can provide the service? First opinion came from QDOS.

[Craig@Clarity]

Your IR35 status would be assessed on your actual working relationship with your end client and what happens on a day to day basis on site under the 3 main areas I mentioned previously.

If it helps, I would recommend seeking a second opinion and then you can compare the review.

[gricerboy]

Is the contract between your company and an agency or direct with the end client?

In my opinion, it can't simply fail on the small clause that says "trial period". The three basic areas when looking at IR35 is control, requirement for personal service (substitution etc) and MOO.

With an agency. But the problem clause is worded by the end client.

[Craig@Clarity]

Is the contract between your company and an agency or direct with the end client?

In my opinion, it can't simply fail on the small clause that says "trial period". The three basic areas when looking at IR35 is control, requirement for personal service (substitution etc) and MOO.

[gricerboy]

I've had my contract review by a legal expert and they say it fails the IR35 test owing to 1 small clause. The contract mentions a trial period. This, apparently, is problematic. If it were reworded to initial period it would pass. Unfortunately this is a clause worded by the client and they're not prepared to change it (big company hence box ticking culture). Given that the rest of the contract is ok I'm tempted to stay out of ir35 and hope I can defend myself in event of investigation. Any thoughts?