SCIENTIA ET LEX

Terms of Service

Professional service terms governing AiLex Consulting regulatory affairs and AI governance advisory relationships.

1 Jan 2025

Effective Date

£2M

Professional Indemnity

UK Law

Governing Jurisdiction

Company Information

Legal Entity

AiLex Consulting Limited, England and Wales Registration

Principal Contact: matthew@ailexconsulting.com

Professional Standards

Professional Indemnity: £2,000,000 per claim

Regulatory Affairs & AI Governance Specialisation

Service Provision Framework

Professional Standards

AiLex Consulting provides Professional Services with skill, care, and diligence reasonably expected from competent practitioners in regulatory affairs and AI governance, maintaining current knowledge of EU AI Act requirements and UK data protection legislation.

Service Scope

Services performed in accordance with Statement of Work or Service Schedule. Variations requiring additional resources or extending timelines require written agreement and additional fees. Client cooperation essential including timely information provision and decision-making authority.

Professional Independence

AiLex maintains professional independence whilst delivering services. Recommendations based on regulatory requirements and best practice rather than commercial considerations unrelated to compliance objectives.

Fees & Payment Terms

Fee Structure

Fixed project amounts, monthly retainers, or time-based charges at agreed rates. Project fees exceeding £10,000 require advance payments according to milestones.

Payment Terms

Invoices due within 14 days. Assessment services require 60% payment upon engagement commencement. Late payment incurs 8% above Bank of England base rate.

Currency & VAT

All fees exclusive of VAT unless specified. Payments in GBP unless alternative arrangements documented. Emergency consultation commands premium rates.

Expenses

Reasonable expenses including travel, accommodation, and specialist third-party costs reimbursed at cost with appropriate documentation.

Intellectual Property & Confidentiality

Deliverable Ownership

Upon full payment, Client owns customised Deliverables created specifically for their organisation. AiLex retains ownership of methodologies, templates, and general knowledge developed independently.

Confidentiality

Both parties maintain confidentiality of disclosed information. Obligation survives termination and continues for five years unless information enters public domain through no breach of this Agreement.

Data Protection

Personal Data processing complies with applicable legislation. Where AiLex processes Personal Data on Client's behalf, separate data processing agreements may be required.

Liability & Professional Standards

Professional Warranty

Services performed with reasonable skill and care in accordance with professional standards applicable to regulatory consulting.

Liability Limitation

Total liability shall not exceed fees paid by Client in 12 months preceding claim, subject to minimum liability of £50,000.

Professional Indemnity

AiLex maintains professional indemnity insurance of £2,000,000 per claim with annual aggregate cover. Certificates available upon request.

Claim Notification

Claims must be notified in writing within 12 months of discovery or reasonable discovery of circumstances giving rise to claim.

General Provisions

Governing Law: English law and exclusive jurisdiction of English courts
Termination: 30 days' written notice for retainer arrangements, immediate for material breach
Force Majeure: Neither party liable for circumstances beyond reasonable control
Variation: Modifications require written agreement by authorised representatives
Professional Compliance: Adherence to applicable standards with continuing development
Anti-Bribery: Compliance with applicable legislation including UK Bribery Act 2010

Questions About These Terms

For questions regarding Terms of Service or to discuss service arrangements, contact our professional team.

Principal Contact

Matthew Grant, Principal

matthew@ailexconsulting.com

Legal Notice

These Terms constitute legally binding agreement

Independent legal advice recommended for significant engagements