Last updated: 11 April 2025
This Agreement is made between Internet Law Pty Ltd ACN 130 464 574 as trustee, trading as Law Tram (“Law Tram”), and the Affiliate identified by registration and acceptance through the platform (“Affiliate”).
By joining the Law Tram Affiliate Network and referring potential Legal Partners or Clients to Law Tram, the Affiliate agrees to be bound by the terms of this Agreement.
“Affiliate” means a person or entity registered and approved by Law Tram to participate in its referral network.
“Client” means a user of the Law Tram platform who seeks legal information or representation and may be introduced to Legal Partners.
“Legal Partner” means a solicitor or other professional who has entered into a separate agreement with Law Tram to offer services via the platform.
“Referred Person” means any Legal Partner or Client introduced to Law Tram by the Affiliate.
“Commission” means the payment made to the Affiliate based on successful conversion of a Referred Person under the terms of this Agreement.
2.1 The Affiliate is authorised to refer potential Clients and Legal Partners to the Law Tram platform through referral links, QR codes, email, or other approved methods.
2.2 Nothing in this Agreement creates a relationship of employment, agency, partnership or joint venture between Law Tram and the Affiliate.
2.3 Law Tram retains the right to approve, reject, or remove any Referred Person at its discretion, and to terminate this Agreement at any time.
3.1 Each Referred Person must be identified via a unique referral mechanism provided by Law Tram.
3.2 A referral is considered successful only when the Referred Person enters into a contractual relationship with Law Tram and remains active for at least 30 days.
4.1 The Commission structure shall be as specified on the Law Tram affiliate dashboard or in writing by Law Tram.
4.2 Commissions will be paid monthly in arrears, subject to invoice, unless otherwise agreed.
4.3 No Commission is payable for persons already known to Law Tram.
4.4 If the Referred Person is a potential Client whose matter relates to personal injury in Queensland, the Affiliate acknowledges and agrees that Law Tram may refer the matter to SPC Lawyers or another law firm without paying any referral fee or commission. This is to comply with section 67(3) of the Personal Injuries Proceedings Act 2002 (Qld), which prohibits payment for such referrals. This referral is made solely to ensure legal representation.
5.1 The Affiliate is responsible for all tax and compliance obligations relating to received Commissions.
5.2 Law Tram will not withhold tax unless legally required.
6.1 Law Tram may provide promotional materials for use by the Affiliate.
6.2 The Affiliate must not alter, misuse, or present the materials in a misleading way.
6.3 The Affiliate must not present themselves as an agent of Law Tram.
7.1 The Affiliate must comply with applicable laws and guidelines for legal advertising in Australia.
7.2 The Affiliate must not guarantee legal outcomes, use prohibited testimonials, or misrepresent Law Tram as a legal practice.
7.3 The Affiliate agrees to uphold the moral rights and public trust associated with Law Tram, including respectful and honest messaging.
7.4 Law Tram may require modification or removal of any content it deems misleading or unethical.
8.1 The Affiliate is responsible for compliance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).
8.2 Personal data may only be shared with Law Tram if consent has been obtained from the individual.
8.3 Law Tram is a data controller for Legal Partners only, and not for Clients.
9.1 The Affiliate must keep confidential all non-public information learned under this Agreement.
9.2 This obligation survives termination of this Agreement.
10.1 The Affiliate indemnifies Law Tram for any claim or loss arising from breach of this Agreement, misuse of data, or misconduct.
11.1 This Agreement starts on acceptance by Law Tram and continues until terminated.
11.2 Either party may terminate the Agreement at any time by written notice.
11.3 Upon termination, all materials must be returned or deleted, and confidential obligations continue.
12.1 Parties will attempt to resolve any disputes in good faith through negotiation.
12.2 If unresolved within 30 days, the matter will proceed to independent mediation.
13.1 This Agreement is governed by the laws of Victoria, Australia.
13.2 Each party submits to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Victoria.
14.1 This Agreement is the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes prior agreements.
14.2 Law Tram may update these terms and will notify Affiliates of material changes.
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