Contingency In Law In Wayne

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

Description

The Contingency Fee Agreement with an Attorney or Law Firm is a legal document that outlines the relationship between a client and their attorneys in Wayne regarding a claim of wrongful termination. This agreement specifies that clients will owe attorneys a percentage of any monetary recovery, with different rates depending on whether cases are settled before a trial, during a trial, or after an appeal. Additional costs and expenses incurred by the attorneys during the course of the representation are also addressed, requiring the client to reimburse them. The document allows attorneys to retain a lien on any recovery received and outlines conditions for employing expert witnesses and associate counsel. Key points include provisions for withdrawal by attorneys, client obligations should they settle without consent, and the necessity of written modifications to the agreement. This form is especially useful for attorneys, partners, owners, associates, paralegals, and legal assistants as it provides a clear framework for client fees and responsibilities, ensuring effective management of legal representation and expectations in wrongful termination cases.