Attorney Retainer Agreement

• Category: Attorneys
• State: Multi-State
• Control #: US-FA-10001-1
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description Attorney Retainer Agreement

This document is a retainer agreement for representation in a matrimonial matter. It contains general comments on such a retainer, along with the full retainer agreement. Although the agreement reflects New York law, it should be considered for use by attorneys in virtually all states as a guide in preparing a fair arrangement between attorney and client.

An Attorney Retainer Agreement is a contract between a client and an attorney that outlines the scope of services to be provided, the terms of payment, and any other necessary information. This agreement is typically used when a client is looking to hire an attorney for a specific legal matter. There are two main types of Attorney Retainer Agreements: an hourly retainer agreement and a flat-fee retainer agreement. An hourly retainer agreement is a type of Attorney Retainer Agreement wherein the attorney is paid an agreed-upon hourly rate for their services. This type of agreement gives the client the flexibility to use the attorney’s services for as long or as little as they need. A flat-fee retainer agreement is a type of Attorney Retainer Agreement wherein the attorney is paid an agreed-upon flat fee for their services. This type of agreement is typically used when the scope of services is well-defined and the amount of time required is known. An Attorney Retainer Agreement is an important document that should be carefully reviewed and discussed between the client and the attorney before signing. It is important to ensure that all parties understand the terms of the agreement and that the agreement is legally binding.