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Q. What kind of fee arrangements are available? |
A. These vary depending on what you and your Lawyer agree to; but basically charge by the hour, by a set rate, or on a contingent basis. Hourly fees tend to be for divorce and criminal matters. Set rates are often used for transactions of short duration such as drafting a Will, attending a real estate closing or filing for bankruptcy. Contingent fees are commonly used in cases involving personal injuries or workers compensation. These are different than the first two types because contingent fees are paid to the Lawyer for his or her services only if the client is successful in his or her case. The fees are based upon a percentage of the recovery. However, win or lose you might still be responsible for paying the Lawyer's out-of-pocket expenses for items like court reporters and medical records.
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