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Whether you get your unused legal retainer fee back depends on the terms of your agreement with the attorney. Typically, a retainer is an advance payment for legal services, and any unused portion may be refundable. However, this can vary based on the specific arrangement and the work performed. It's best to review your contract and discuss it with your attorney for clarity.
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What is an annual retainer fee?
An annual retainer fee is the cost for a commitment to have services available if they become needed. The annual retainer fee typically refers to legal services. Charges for work done is in addition to the retainer.
What is the journal entry to record a retainer fee?
Debit retainer fee expenseCredit cash / bank
What happens if you cannot afford a retainer fee for a crimanal attorney?
Criminal - court through legal aid will appoint one for you.
Is there any legal costs insurance for victims?
I don't believe there is legal insurance available, but that may simply be called a "retainer fee" which means the lawyers are available when you need them.
Do you get your money back if a lawyer withdraws from your case?
It depends on the agreement you have with the lawyer. In some cases, you may be entitled to a refund for any unused portion of the retainer fee. It's important to review your contract and discuss any potential refund with the lawyer.
The fee is paid to an attorney to engage their services is called?
a retainer fee
Can you get a retainer fee back from attorney if its been less than three days?
You should get back your money minus any time spent on your case.
What if your broker is requiring a retainer fee?
Lose them............fast.
Is it legal in Michigan for tow companies to charge a fee to get your belongings back that where taken out of the vehicle by them?
it is not legal
How do you get your retainer fee from an attorney back?
The first step should be to READ the AGREEMENT or receipt for the monwy and engagement...it should specify the terms of what you paid for and when it is earned.
What do you do if you think that the lawyer you hired isn't doing enough for their client Can you get your retainer fee back and get another lawyer in the state of Kentucky?
You can always discharge your attorney - he works for YOU! Unless you have signed a contract with the attorney, you may be able to get a portion of your retainer back - but it will be less whatever expenses they incurred in your defense while working on your case.
If you pay a retainer and the fire your lawyer what amount of refund can you expect to recover?
None. If the client breaks the contract the attorney has no legal obligation to return any of the retainer fee. If the client believes the attorney was not representing their best interest in the case, he or she has the option of filing a malpractice suit and a complaint with the state bar association and the ABA.
