Common use of Notification and Defense Clause in Contracts

Notification and Defense. The Party seeking indemnification under this Agreement (the “Indemnified Party”) shall give the Party responsible for indemnification (the “Indemnifying Party”) written notice of each claim, if any, promptly after the Indemnified Party’s first knowledge thereof. The Indemnifying Party may direct the defense of its interests; provided, however, the Indemnified Party is entitled to retain counsel to provide for its own defense unless or until provided reasonable notice by the Indemnifying Party of its intent to direct the defense.