Ensuring Compliance, Protecting Your Business, and Enabling Growth

At Douglas Firm, we specialize in drafting, negotiating, and consulting on Qualifier Agreements for licensed construction professionals and electricians across Florida. These critical agreements allow businesses to legally operate by leveraging the licenses of qualified individuals — ensuring compliance with Florida law while protecting both the qualifier and the company.

Whether you are a business owner seeking to secure a qualified professional, or a licensed contractor looking to protect your license while qualifying a business, we provide tailored legal solutions that deliver security, compliance, and peace of mind.

What Is a Qualifier Agreement in Florida?

A Qualifier Agreement is a legally binding contract where a licensed professional — such as a Certified General Contractor, Certified Roofing Contractor, or Licensed Electrician — agrees to serve as the qualifying agent for a business entity.
This arrangement allows the business to lawfully engage in construction or electrical work under the license holder’s credentials, ensuring full compliance with Chapter 489, Florida Statutes, and related regulatory requirements.

Without a properly structured Qualifier Agreement, businesses risk substantial fines, project shutdowns, and potential loss of licensure.

Why Is a Qualifier Agreement Important?

A well-drafted Qualifier Agreement is essential for protecting both the licensed professional and the company. It provides:

• Legal Compliance: Ensures that your business operations meet all Florida licensing and permitting requirements, avoiding costly penalties and enforcement actions.

• Liability Protection: Clearly defines the duties and limitations of the Qualifier’s role, minimizing exposure to claims and lawsuits.

• Business Continuity: Establishes clear procedures for maintaining or replacing a Qualifier, preventing interruptions in licensing status.

• Reputation Management: Keeps your operations above board, safeguarding your business reputation with clients, regulators, and partners.

Our Qualifier Agreement and Indemnification Services

1. Custom Qualifier Agreements

Our Qualifier Agreements are carefully crafted to:

• Define Roles and Responsibilities:
  Clear outlines of the Qualifier’s supervision duties, permit oversight, and statutory compliance requirements.

• Establish Company Obligations:
  Requirements for obtaining permits, providing regular accounting, maintaining insurance, and adhering to labor laws.

• Fair and Predictable Compensation Structures:
  Detailed provisions ensuring monthly and annual base payments to the Qualifier, including reimbursement of business-related expenses.

• Include Robust Termination Clauses:
  Terms that allow for smooth transitions, whether initiated by the Qualifier or the company, while safeguarding the Qualifier’s financial interests.

• Mandate Proper Insurance Coverage:
  Obligations on the business to maintain appropriate liability insurance naming the Qualifier as an additional insured.

2. Comprehensive Indemnification Agreements

For maximum protection, we draft standalone Indemnification Agreements that:

• Extend Full Indemnity:
  Shield the Qualifier against claims, damages, and losses related to the qualified work, except in cases of gross negligence or intentional misconduct.

• Provide for Legal Defense:
  Require the company to defend and indemnify the Qualifier in the event of lawsuits or administrative actions.

• Ensure Compliance with Florida Law:
  All agreements are governed by Florida law, drafted to meet the unique demands of construction licensing regulations.

Why Choose Douglas Firm?

✅ Industry Experience:
Years of experience advising construction companies, electricians, and licensed professionals across Florida.

✅ Custom Solutions:
We don’t offer cookie-cutter forms. Every Qualifier Agreement and Indemnification Agreement is custom-drafted to suit your unique business arrangement.

✅ Flat Rate Pricing:
We charge a simple flat fee for drafting, with no hidden costs, so you can plan your expenses with confidence.

✅ Protection Focused:
We prioritize protecting the Qualifier’s license, financial interests, and personal liability, while ensuring business clients can operate smoothly.

✅ Responsive Legal Advice:
We’re not just drafters — we’re strategic partners. We guide you through managing, updating, and even terminating Qualifier Agreements as needed.

Get Started with Your Florida Qualifier Agreement Today

Ready to secure your business’s compliance and protect your professional license?
At Douglas Firm, we make it easy to draft customized, legally sound Qualifier Agreements and Indemnification Agreements tailored to your needs.