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- nicedream
ok. so i'm going to take someone to court. i'm wondering how attorneys charge their clients. i've heard it is hourly. and i understand they also take a chunk of money should you win. is it one or the other... or both? and i've recently spoke with one... does that mean i'm going to get a bill for our 10 minute conversation? i was too embarassed to ask him. so i'm asking you guys!
- nospacebar0
Am questioning if you even need a lawyer.
Is this in a matter regarding less that $1500?
.j
- k0na_an0k0
having much experience with attorneys. some charge hourly and some charge a one time fee. it really depends on what type of lawyer it is. small claims, divorce etc. the next time you talk to him/her don't be afraid to ask how much, they ARE attorneys you know... slimy no backboned mutha... ok. sorry.
so to answer your question a phone conversation SHOULD be free advice, and meeting with them in person to talk about your case (to see if you have one) should be free. if the lawyer thinks your going to get a ton on $ from a settlement or a win, most likely they'll take a %. (more for them in the long run). if it's a small amount for the win it will most likely be hourly. 150 - 300 for a DECENT/BASIC lawyer.
- mikeim0
depends on the lawyers billing terms. if they are 99% sure they will win they may take it as "pay if you win".
- nicedream0
thanks k0na_an0k. that's exactly what i wanted to know.
and it is a couple thousand more than 1500.
thanks all.
- unknown0
90% of them are we take if you win and that's it. That's a great concept you know? Except of course if you are being sued!