Lawyer On Contingency Fee In Florida

• Category: Attorneys - Fee Agreements
• State: Multi-State
• Control #: US-00442BG
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

The Contingency Fee Agreement with an Attorney or Law Firm is a legal document used in Florida to outline the terms of employment between a client and their attorney for prosecuting a claim, such as wrongful termination. This agreement specifies the attorney's fees based on the recovery amount, whether settled out of court, during a trial, or after an appeal. Additionally, it details the client's responsibilities for costs and expenses, which may include expert witness fees and disbursements, as well as the attorneys' rights to a lien on the recovery amount. The document allows attorneys to employ associate counsel and ensures client obligations even if they settle without the attorney's consent. Importantly, this agreement clarifies that no outcome is guaranteed, emphasizing the opinion-based nature of legal representation. For attorneys, partners, owners, associates, paralegals, and legal assistants, this form serves as an essential tool for managing client expectations, legal fees, and procedural obligations, making it a vital component of contingent fee arrangements.