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June 28, 2009
30% of what they win?
Plaintiff's lawyers may charge a contingency (i.e., a percentage of recovery on settlement or judgment) that is subject to an agreement. Sometimes, these percentages may exceed 30%. Also, costs (i.e., filing fees, expert fees, and deposition charges) are taken out of the plaintiff's recovery. Depending uppon the suit, attorney fees may be recovered (pursuant to statute or agreement) against the defendant. In that case, the attorney should consider those, as well.
Defense lawyers charge by the hour. Hourly rates differ from jurisdiction and complexity of the claims involved.
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June 28th, 2009 at 8:54 pm
$300-$500+ an hour and a percentage (10-30%) of the win to keep them in fighting form.
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June 28th, 2009 at 9:01 pm
Plaintiff's lawyers may charge a contingency (i.e., a percentage of recovery on settlement or judgment) that is subject to an agreement. Sometimes, these percentages may exceed 30%. Also, costs (i.e., filing fees, expert fees, and deposition charges) are taken out of the plaintiff's recovery. Depending uppon the suit, attorney fees may be recovered (pursuant to statute or agreement) against the defendant. In that case, the attorney should consider those, as well.
Defense lawyers charge by the hour. Hourly rates differ from jurisdiction and complexity of the claims involved.
References :