How do I determine my retainer fee?

Q. How Do I Determine My Retainer Fee?

A. First you will want to discuss the approved budget for the case with your attorney-client. Then you will base your retainer fee on that approved budget. Your retainer fee can be between 50-100% of the attorney's approved budget. For large cases (e.g. $20,000 budget) it is appropriate to charge interim retainers. Before you begin any work, make sure you get a retainer and a contract or letter agreement up front.

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