# 276. What Interior Designers Don't Know About Contracts (But Should) with Wendy Estela

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Podcast: [Only Girl On The Jobsite](https://stenobird.com/podcast/only-girl-on-the-jobsite-3378124)
Published: 2026-04-21T08:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://devignierdesign.com/interior-design-contracts
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## Resource

Interior design contracts are often misunderstood, not just by clients, but by attorneys who don't understand how this industry actually works. In this episode, I'm joined by Wendy Estela, Founder of Estela Law and Designed Counsel™, a contract template and subscription service created exclusively for interior designers. With 25 years of experience in business law and a background in construction, Wendy serves hundreds of designers from AD100 and Elle Decor A-List professionals to those just starting out. We talk about what designers need to know about contracts, scope of work, liability, construction dynamics, copyright, and how to protect your business before problems arise. If you've ever: Wondered whether your contract truly protects you Felt unsure about construction management language Struggled with scope creep or warranty confusion Questioned what you can legally call yourself in your state Been nervous about sharing work on Instagram This episode is for you. Wendy brings practical, business-minded advice to an industry that is often underserved legally. And this conversation may completely change how you view your contract — not as paperwork, but as protection. Find out more about Wendy and follow her here: www.designedcounsel.com www.estelalaw.com https://www.instagram.com/estelalaw/ https://www.instagram.com/designed_counsel/ Mentioned in this episode: Grab Your Free Script Guide here: https://www.reneedevignierdesign.com/push-back-script-handout Access the full video interview with Elana Steele of Steele Appliance here: https://www.reneedevignierdesign.com/appliance Find the full shownotes at: https://devignierdesign.com/interior-design-contracts

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