Expert: Kitty Kavey - 9/21/2009

Question
When one sign a non-exclusive contract, and no date is specified in the document, how long is that contract good for?

I have been working for an agency for over 4 years, but I have never been asked to renew my contract. Just wondering!

Thanks,

Blake

Answer
Usually there is something specific in the contract concerning how either party can cancel the contract (what procedure to follow in order to do so) and until one party decides to end the contract and performs the proper method to end the contract, it would be in force.

In this case, you most likely do not have to renew your contract as it hasn't (or isn't about to) expire.  However, even with agency contracts without an end date it is good to check with them to see if any rules have been added or updated in their newer contracts.  If so, it may be good to sign another agreement if there have been changes since you first signed years ago.

Good luck to you, and continued success.
~Kitty