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A retainer fee can form part of an employment contract. The easiest explanation is by example.... an actor is contracted from January to July and then again from September to December on separate contracts ... the period between July and September would ordinarily go unpaid, however, to make the job offer more attractice the employer might offer a reduced fee for this period to attract the best possible candidate for the job...the period in which the reduced fee is paid is referred to as a retainer fee and commonly, the employee will not be required to work in this period, however, the employer will probably want to retain the right to call upon the employee if needed.
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∙ 9y agoA retainer fee is the term used to describe money paid to an attorney in order to retain the attorney's services. It is the minimum amount required for an attorney to accept and begin working on a case.
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∙ 13y agoIt pertains to a set fee that someone (or a business) pays to an entity (attorney or other type of business) to be on "stand-by" status to be called upon when needed.
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Can an attorney charge two retainer fees?
Generally, unless the fees are excessive, attorneys are free to charge as much or as little as they want, and do so with whatever fee schedule they want. If the client does not like the billing method, they can hire a different attorney. It is common for attorneys to charge a set retainer that they bill against. Once that retainer has been used, they would then ask that the retainer be replenished.
In Missouri can the attorney not file the signed divorce papers with the court if their fees have not been paid?
It depends on your retainer agreement. Usually attorneys would continue to provide you legal services and file paperwork with court and charge you interest on paid fees. If your retainer agreement states that the attorney would not file anything with court, specially the uncontested or final divorce papers untill all fees are paid than YEAH. Read your retainer agreement and make the necessary payment. If not look for a more reliable and understanding attorney for your needs.
What law says you have to pay upfront for legal fees?
There is no such law. Every lawyer can set his or her own fee policies, including not charging any fees at all, or requesting a retainer against which future fees can be charged, or a contingency arrangement in which no fees are paid until the case is successful, among many other combinations.
Can you dismiss your attorney and recover the retainer if you don't feel he's right for you?
Yes, a client may dismiss his or her legal counsel at anytime they so choose. The recovery of retainer fees would depend upon the agreement made at the time the client accepted the attorney's offer of representation.
Are attorney retainer fees refundable if the case is withdrawn?
Mine wasn't. Went in to see her first day. Deposited $2,000.00. The next day told her I didn't need her....................:>(
How will a retainer work?
See, What will a retainer do.
How much of a retainer will a drug possession lawyer require to take a case?
Attorneys charge varying fees and the amount of the retainer will depend on the lawyer you choose as there are no regulations governing this. A flat fee will definitely be charged and the amount will depend on various factors such as whether the person wishes to resolve the case without a trial, wants to challenge issue of the case or wishes to take the case to a jury trial. All of these factors will be discussed between the client and attorney to determine the appropriate fees to charge.
What do you need to know about getting a retainer?
* It does not hurt to get a retainer * Before you get it, they have to make impressions of your mouth which is not painful at all * You need to brush your retainer at night * The retainer covers your top teeth put has a wire in front of your incisors(top teeth) * You get to choose the design/color of your retainer
What is a retainer used for?
A retainer is used for straiting your teeth if its messed up.
If you neglected to wear your retainer for a while and now your teeth are out of alignment with your retainer then if you wear your retainer nightly then will your teeth be forced back into shape?
You'd probably break the retainer, another pair would be best.
How much is a retainer fee for a family lawyer?
$2,500... And never hide marital money! That's a no-no, she'll get busted! This divorce, along with a couple friends of mine cost about $5000 altogether including the retainer.
What are the Three types of retainers?
Loop retainer Hard cast Fixed retainer
