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FederalLegal Services Corporation
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Understanding Legal Fees
- Hourly Rate: Pay for every hour worked. Common in family law.
- Flat Fee: Set price for specific service (e.g., $500 for a will).
- Contingency: Lawyer takes 33-40% of winnings. If you lose, no fee.
- Retainer: Upfront deposit from which fees are deducted.
Questions to Ask
- "Do you have experience with this type of case?"
- "What is your fee structure? Hidden costs?"
- "Will you handle my case personally?"
- "What is the likely outcome?"
- "How often will you communicate?"
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