I understand and agree to the contract terms as set forth below for access to the online self-study course and one 60-minute private coaching session. I understand that this purchase is non-refundable. There are no guarantees. I understand that the coaching services are not a replacement for mental health treatment. Finally, I understand that I am not receiving legal advice and there is no representation for legal matters. 

CONTRACT FOR COACHING SERVICES with Laura L L Wood LLC

This Service Agreement is entered into and effective as of the date listed above as “today’s date” by and between the name listed as “Client Name” above (“Client”), having an address as set forth above as “Client Address” and LAURA L. L. WOOD L.L.C. (“Company”), having an address of P.O. BOX 618, LEBANON, TENNESSEE 37088. The relationship coaching & consulting services are offered by Laura L. L. Wood, J.D. (“Coach”) on behalf of Laura L. L. Wood L.L.C. pursuant to its policies, procedures and the terms of this Agreement.

PART I: Client Acknowledgments (Please initial on each line):

Client acknowledges that Laura L. L. Wood has earned a Juris Doctorate to practice law and that her law license is in the process of being transitioned to “inactive” in the State of Tennessee BUT that she is NOT rendering legal services, NOT providing legal advice and she is NOT entering into an attorney-client relationship by virtue of the coaching relationship between Client and Company. Coaching is in no way to be construed as legal advice and you should seek the services of a licensed, practicing attorney for your specific legal needs. A coaching relationship does not create an attorney-client relationship as no legal services or legal advice will be provided.

Client also acknowledges reviewing the polices contained on the Company’s website at www.LAURALLWOOD.com, including the Terms & Conditions, Intellectual Property Rights Policies, Privacy Policies, and Disclaimers. 

By participating in/receiving the coaching services offered and reading the attendant materials/website/blog/email series, you acknowledge that Laura L. L. Wood is not a licensed psychologist or mental health care professional and her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. Coaching is in no way to be construed or substituted for mental health treatment or any other type of therapy or medical advice. Laura L. L. Wood will at all times exercise her best professional efforts, skills and care. However, neither Ms. Wood nor Company guarantee the outcome of coaching efforts and/or the results of recommendations contained in the materials on the attendant website/blog/email series. Further, Laura L. L. Wood’s comments about the outcome are expressions of opinion only. Neither Ms. Wood nor Company make any guarantees other than to deliver the coaching services and materials purchased as described. 

In consideration of Client retaining Company to perform coaching services for client, it

is agreed as follows: Client will receive access to the course until 12/31/2020 and will also receive a private 1:1coaching session. 

1. SCOPE, TERMS, AND PROCEDURES RELATED TO COACHING SERVICES:

Client hereby retains Company to provide Dating and Relationship Coaching: 

 



(b) Terms of Coaching Services: 

The Parties agree to engage in the terms as set forth in (a) and coaching calls will be via telephone, skype, or zoom meetings. Coach will be available to client by e-mail and voicemail in between scheduled meetings as defined by the Coach. Email communication should be sent to [email protected] and the client should expect to receive a response within 24-48 hours from the Coach. In cases requiring immediate communication, Client should contact the Coach at 615-429-0933 (cell) by voicemail and Client should expect to receive a response within 12-24 hours. Coach may also be available for additional coaching sessions or to prepare written reports or engage in other Client related services per client’s request on a pro-rated basis rate of $250.00/hour. Such additional coaching, the preparation of written reports and client services beyond the scope of the above section 1(a) shall be treated as “additional services” pursuant to section 1(a)(iv). 

(c) Procedure for Coaching Sessions, Scheduling Sessions, & Cancellation Policy: 

The time of the coaching meetings and/or location will be determined by the Client and Company based on a mutually agreed upon time with the Client and Coach. The client will initiate all scheduled calls and will call the Coach at the following number for all scheduled meetings: 615-429-0933. If the Coach will be at any other number for a scheduled call, Client will be notified prior to the scheduled appointment time. 

Please note that there may be another link, url, or call-in number provided for recording coaching sessions. Coach will provide client with the option to use video or audio conferencing through a virtual online conferencing service. If client consents, Coach will record all virtual calls via zoom, skype, or gotomeeting and make the recordings available only to the Client. If recording is not desired, Client will provide written notice to Company if Client’s consent to record is refused for any one or more coaching sessions. Consent can be revoked at any time by sending written notice to Company of the Client’s intent to refuse consent to record. 

The coaching investment is non-refundable. If for some reason, the Client is not able to continue with the program as agreed, the Client may request permission to continue the coaching sessions at a later date. If Client and Company agree in writing by email, the Client may make up the missed sessions in the future within a 3-month period of the discontinuation date. 

 If the Client misses a scheduled appointment without notice, the appointment will not be rescheduled and you will miss the 1:1 session for that portion of the program. If you need to reschedule your appointment, please contact the Company by leaving a voicemail on the Coach’s cell phone at 615.429.0933 at least 12 hours before the coaching session was scheduled. If you have an emergency, Client and Company will discuss rescheduling the missed appointment. If the Client must cancel an appointment, the coaching session will be rescheduled within thirty (30) days at a mutually convenient time.

2. CLIENT DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

(a) Compensation: In consideration for the services provided by Company to Client as set forth in section 1(a) above, Client agrees to pay Company a coaching package fee as set forth in for the Coaching Program as set forth within this document. Company’s obligation to render services hereunder is conditioned upon Client’s payment of said fee on a timely basis. One-Hundred percent (100%) of the total coaching package fee is due upon commencement of the coaching relationship. Company reserves the right to withhold the commencement of coaching sessions until all outstanding coaching package fees and assessed penalties are paid in full. As a result, no coaching sessions will begin until the Client has paid the coaching package fee in FULL. 

(b) Tools to be Provided by Client: Client agrees to provide, upon request, all tools, information and documentation that may be required by Ms. Wood and/or Company to effectively perform said responsibilities in connection with the performance of services. Such tools, information and documentation may included but is not limited to: your online dating profiles, social media access to view what you are sharing, and any other tools necessary to ensure the service is delivered as agreed. In addition, Client understands that Company may also consult with personal trainer, personal stylist, venues for scheduling dates, other professional coaches & consultants, other professionals necessary to help ensure the service is delivered on your behalf. 

(c) Expenses related to Travel, etc.: Client agrees to reimburse Company for expenses incurred by Company solely on Client’s behalf, such as travel expenses, and the like; provided, however, that any single expense or related group of expenses must first be approved by Client in writing, otherwise, Client will have no obligation to pay such expense. Company agrees to provide Client with a monthly expense invoice, and Client agrees to make payment to Company within thirty (30) days from date of delivery of said expense invoice to Client.

(d) Additional Client Responsibilities:  (By Initialing- Client Acknowledges & Accepts Terms) 

  1. As a client, I understand that “coaching” is a Professional-Client relationship I have with my coach that is designed to facilitate the creation/development of personal and relationship goals and to develop and carry out a strategy/plan for achieving those goals.
  2. As a client, I understand that coaching is a comprehensive process that may involve all areas of my life, including work, finances, heath, relationships, education and recreation. I acknowledge that deciding how to handle these issues, incorporate coaching into those areas of my life, and implement my choices is exclusively my responsibility.
  3. As a client, I understand that coaching does not involve the diagnosis or treatment of mental disorders as defined by the American Psychiatric Association. I understand that coaching is not a substitute for counseling, psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, mental health care or substance abuse treatment and I will not use it in place of any form of diagnosis, treatment or therapy.
  4. As a client, I promise that if I am currently in therapy or otherwise under the care of a mental health professional, that I have consulted with the mental health care provider regarding the advisability of working with a coach and that this person is aware of my decision to proceed with the coaching relationship.
  5. As a client, I understand that, except as provided herein and as required by law, my information will be held as confidential unless I state otherwise, in writing.
  6. As a client, I understand that certain topics may be anonymously and hypothetically shared with other coaching professionals for training OR consultation purposes.
  7. As a client, I understand that all decisions are exclusively mine and I acknowledge that my decisions and my actions regarding them are my sole responsibility. Accordingly, I accept full responsibility for myself, my decisions and my actions stemming or resulting from the process of coaching and my participation in this coaching program.

(e) I acknowledge and agree that this Agreement is not a contract for or a guarantee of sexual services, services of a sexual nature or the provision of sexual services by a third party.

3. TERM

The term of this Agreement shall be for the program’s scheduled coaching time as set for in 1(a). The final coaching session shall not be more than 10 weeks from the first coaching session unless the Company and Client agree otherwise. The total number of coaching hours for this package is set for the section 1(a) and shall not exceed this amount unless otherwise agreed upon by the Company and Client. Terms of continuing a coaching relationship can be discussed upon completion of the coaching program. 

4. CANCELLATION

Client may cancel this Agreement for any reason by providing a minimum of 30 days written notice to Company. Cancellation of this Agreement by Client will not extinguish Client’s obligation to pay the fee specified in Paragraph 2(a) through the last day of performance. In the event Client cancels this Agreement, Client will also remain obligated to pay all pre-approved expenses incurred by Company on Client’s behalf through the last day of performance or the 30th day after notice is provided, whichever comes later. Company may cancel this Agreement at any time for any reason by providing written notice to Client. In the event that Company cancels this Agreement, Company will provide a prorated refund of any overages of monthly fees paid minus any approved, unpaid expenses incurred on Client’s behalf.

5. NO GUARANTEES

Company cannot guarantee the outcome of coaching
services and Company’s comments about the outcome are expressions of opinion only. Company makes no guarantees other than that the services described in Paragraph 1(a) shall be provided to Client in accordance with the terms of this agreement. Client acknowledges that Company cannot guarantee any results for life coaching
as the potential outcomes are based on subjective factors that cannot be controlled by Company. Client acknowledges having read and accepted the disclaimers of services and limitations of advice on Company’s website: www.LauraLLWood.com .

6. CONFIDENTIALITY

(a) Client Information: Any and all Client information and data of a confidential nature, including but not limited to, client’s personal information, any and all design, creative, marketing, sales, operating, performance, know how, business and process information (hereinafter referred to as “Confidential Information”), shall be treated by Company in the strictest confidence and not disclosed to third parties or used by Company for any purpose, without Client’s express written consent, other than for providing Client with the services specified herein. Confidential Information shall not include any information which (a) becomes available to the public through no breach of confidentiality by Company, (b) was in Company’s possession prior to receipt from the disclosure, (c) is received by Company independently from a third party free to disclose such information, or (d) is independently developed by Company without use of the Client’s Confidential Information. Upon request, Company hereto will promptly return or destroy all documents containing Confidential Information and delete all electronic records of or containing the same.

(b) Public Disclosure: Neither party may disclose the terms of this Agreement. Neither party shall make any formal or informal public statement, press release or other announcement regarding the existence or terms of this Agreement without the other party’s prior written approval.

(c) Non-Disparagement: Neither Client nor Company shall, during or after the participation in and use of the Company’s services, make any statements or comments of a defamatory or disparaging nature to any third party regarding the other, or any of Company’s officers, directors, employees, personnel, agents, policies, services or products, other than in compliance with the law.

(d) To honor the sanctity of the coaching relationship, Company is committed to keeping all Client matters strictly confidential, unless the Client’s health or welfare or that of another person is at risk and unless mandatory reporting is required by State or Federal Law. 

PART II

7. OTHER CONTRACT TERMS:

  1. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

(a) IN NO EVENT SHALL EITHER PARTY HAVE ANY LIABILITY TO THE OTHER PARTY FOR ANY LOST PROFITS, LOSS OF USE, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, COSTS OF PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES, OR FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, MULTIPLE, EXEMPLARY, PUNITIVE, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES HOWEVER CAUSED AND, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, TORT OR UNDER ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER OR NOT THE PARTY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE; AND

(b) IN NO EVENT SHALL A PARTY’S LIABILITY EXCEED THE FEES PAID UNDER THIS

AGREEMENT, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, TORT OR UNDER ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY.

(c) THE FOREGOING LIMITATIONS IN THIS SECTION 11 SHALL NOT APPLY TO A BREACH OF CONFIDENTIALITY BY A PARTY HEREUNDER OR THE OBLIGATIONS UNDER PARAGRAPHS 6, 9 AND 19.

  1. EFFECT OF HEADINGS

The subject headings of the paragraphs and subparagraphs of this Agreement are included for convenience only and shall not affect the construction or interpretation of any of its provisions.

  1. ENTIRE AGREEMENT; MODIFICATION; WAIVER

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties pertaining to the subject matter contained in it and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements, representations, and understandings of the parties. Client acknowledges having also reviewed, adopted and incorporated the Policies as contained on the Company Website www.LauraLLWood.com. No supplement, modification or amendment of this Agreement shall be binding unless executed in writing by all the parties. No waiver of any of the provisions of this Agreement shall be deemed, or shall constitute, a waiver of any other provision, whether or not similar, nor shall any waiver constitute a continuing waiver. No waiver shall be binding unless executed in writing by the party making the waiver.

  1. NEUTRAL CONSTRUCTION

This Agreement was prepared by Company and/or Company’s legal counsel. It is expressly understood and agreed that this Agreement shall not be construed against Company merely because it was prepared by its counsel; rather, each provision of this Agreement shall be construed as an agreement entered into by equally situated parties.

  1. COUNTERPARTS

This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.

  1. ASSIGNMENT

This Agreement shall be binding on, and shall inure to the benefit of, the parties to it and their respective heirs, legal representatives, successors, and assigns; provided, however, that Client may not assign any of its rights under this Agreement. 

  1. NOTICES

All notices, requests, demands, and other communications under this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been duly given on the date of service if served personally on the party to whom notice is to be given, or on the day received if mailed to the party to whom notice is to be given, by certified first class mail, postage prepaid, and properly addressed as follows:


To Company at: Laura L. L. Wood L.L.C., PO Box 618, Lebanon, TN 37088

To Client at: (CLIENT’S ADDRESS)

Any party may change its address for purposes of this paragraph by giving the other parties written notice of the new address in the manner set forth above.

  1. GOVERNING LAW; VENUE; MEDIATION; ARBITRATION

This Agreement shall be construed in accordance with, and governed by, the laws of the State of Tennessee as applied to contracts that are executed and performed entirely in Tennessee. The exclusive venue for any court proceeding based on or arising out of this Agreement shall be Wilson County, Tennessee. The parties agree to attempt to resolve any dispute, claim or controversy arising out of or relating to this Agreement by mediation, which shall be conducted under the then current mediation procedures as set forth by the American Bar Association or any other procedure upon which the parties may agree. The parties further agree that their respective good faith participation in mediation is a condition precedent to pursuing any other available legal or equitable remedy, including litigation, arbitration or other dispute resolution procedures.

Notwithstanding the above, any controversy or claim arising out of or relating to this Agreement, or the breach thereof, shall be settled by arbitration in accordance with Tennessee arbitration procedure and in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, and judgment upon the award may be entered in any Court having jurisdiction thereof.

  1. RECOVERY OF LITIGATION EXPENSES

If any legal action or any arbitration or other proceeding is brought for the enforcement of this Agreement, or because of an alleged dispute, breach, default or misrepresentation in connection with any of the provisions of this Agreement, the successful or prevailing party or parties shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorneys’ fees and other costs incurred in that action or proceeding, in addition to any other relief to which it or they may be entitled.

  1. SEVERABILITY

If any term, provision, covenant or condition of this Agreement is held by an arbitrator or court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, void or unenforceable, the rest of the Agreement shall remain in full force and effect and shall in no way be affected, impaired or invalidated.

By signing, both parties AGREE and ACKNOWLEDGE that they have reviewed this document, understand its terms, and ACCEPT its terms as set forth herein. *** Electronic Signature or initials on the website or during the payment checkout process will be deemed official as if this document was signed personally in ink on paper.