My Simple Client Fee Agreement

One question that comes up a lot for attorneys is: What to put in the client fee agreement?

I’ve worked hard to make mine simple, not intimidating, and in plain English. I know it doesn’t cover every imaginable possibility, but it’s worked great so far in my practice. It has evolved a bit over time, and I hope to continue improving it.

Here’s what I use:

Client Plan
John Doe

This is our agreement that outlines the work I will do for you, the costs involved, and our relationship together. In order to hire me as your attorney, you need to complete two steps as …