General Legal FAQs

• What is a retainer agreement?
  A retainer agreement with a lawyer is like a down payment, it can be used to guarantee that the lawyer will be readily available to work on your particular case, … more
• 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 … more
• What is a contingency fee agreement?
  In a contingency fee agreement the client is not charged an up front fee but agrees to give the lawyer a certain percentage of the money received if you win or settle … more
• Is an initial consultation with a lawyer confidential?
  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
• When hiring a lawyer should I consider the lawyer’s age?
  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
• What questions are important to ask a prospective attorney?
  Some of the things you may want to ask the lawyer when you talk over the phone or meet include: How much experience do you have with legal issues similar to mine? How … more