The Salon Start-Up Package

Salon Start-Up Checklist

To be used when forming your salon’s limited liability company and as a tool for the next steps in growing your business. Additionally, considerations for licensing and permits in connection with your industry are provided to help guide you through the process[1].

Single-Member LLC Operating Agreement (or Owner’s Agreement)

An Operating Agreement is a document that governs the internal operations of your business. It outlines the equity and management structure, limitation on liability, books and records, and the process for dissolution of your salon. The Operating Agreement provided in this package suggests common provisions, but you are free to revise as necessary to suit your business needs.

Employment Agreement

To be used any time you hire an employee. The Employment Agreement is designed to outline the scope of work, salary, fringe benefits and more, while also providing protection for both parties. This may be used for stylists, assistants, managers, and any other support staff.

Independent Contractor Agreement (or 1099 Agreement)

To be used any time your salon enters into an agreement with an independent contractor to perform services The Independent Contractor Agreement is designed to outline the scope of work, compensation, deadlines, worker classification and more, while also providing protection for both parties.

Salon Chair Rental Agreement

To be used for stylists who are renting chairs, rather than coming on as employees or contractors. The Salon Chair Rental Agreement is designed to outline the rental rate, obligations of both parties, rights of access and more, while also providing protection for both parties.

Massage and Aesthetics Room Rental Agreement

To be used any time your salon rents a room to a massage therapist or esthetician. Similar to the Chair Rental Agreement, the Massage and Aesthetics Room Rental Agreement is designed to outline the rental rate, obligations of both parties, rights of access and more, while also providing protection for both parties.

[1]Please be advised that while considerations are provided in connection with the hair salon industry, licensing and permitting is dependent upon your town and state. Many towns/states have their own form of a Division of Licensing and Inspections website where you can obtain information on necessary licensing. Additionally, your Secretary of State website may be of assistance in determining any required permits/licenses.

After purchasing a template or package, a download link will be immediately available on the thank you page of the checkout, along with an emailed link that will last for 30 days.

All materials and templates included in this package have been drafted and reviewed by an attorney and are based upon general U.S. contract principles (and are not state-specific). By purchasing The Hair Salon Start-Up Package, you are not given access to our attorneys and these templates should not be construed as legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is formed by purchasing or viewing this package and the included contract templates. An attorney-client relationship is only formed when you have hired Marti Law Group to assist you with your legal matter, and an engagement letter has been fully executed by the parties.

While The Hair Salon Start-Up Package was created specifically for your industry, please note that you are able to modify the templates in this package to adhere to your respective business practices and local state laws. If you have a specific problem and need legal advice, contact a licensed attorney in your state.