What Does A Flat Fee Agreement With An Attorney Cover?
A flat fee is used most often by legal clinics and some law firms or lawyers for routine legal matters, like drawing up a simple will or handling an uncontested divorce. When you agree to a fixed fee, be sure that you know what it does and does not include. You also should find out if any other charges might be added later on such as court costs or office expenses.
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What Is A Retainer Agreement?
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What is a Short Sale?
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What Is A Contingency Fee Agreement?
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Is An Initial Consultation With A Lawyer Confidential?
A: Yes. Many lawyers provide free initial consultations to determine if the client has a case and for the client to determine if they want to hire the … More -
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When Hiring A Lawyer Should I Consider The Lawyers Age?
A: Decide based on how well you feel the lawyer can handle your case, rather than being concerned about their age. Just remember that even though a lawyer may have … More -
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What Questions Are Important To Ask A Prospective Attorney?
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My lawyer didn't finish handling my legal matter. What can I do?
A: You have a number of different remedies for resolving your legal matter; which remedy you choose is dependent upon what you are seeking to … More -
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On what grounds can I file a complaint against a lawyer?
A: You can file a complaint against a lawyer if you believe that he or she has engaged in some kind of misconduct regarding the handling of your legal … More -
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I want to thank my attorney for his/her service. What would a sample thank you letter contain?
A: Writing a thank you letter to your attorney is really no different than writing a letter to your grandmother to thank her for a birthday gift. However, … More -
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How long must an attorney keep a client's records?
A: The exact timeframe that an attorney must keep a client’s records varies significantly from one state to the next. Typically, state rules that … More
