Attorney Fees & Billing cost guide.
How an attorney bills — contingency, hourly, or otherwise — significantly affects what you pay and when. This guide compares the two most common fee structures across practice areas.
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Key cost factors.
- Case type and whether contingency is customary or permitted
- Complexity and expected duration
- Attorney experience and geographic market
- Whether costs are billed separately
Before you hire or buy.
- Is this case type typically handled on contingency, hourly, or hybrid?
- What percentage or rate applies, and does it change at trial vs. settlement?
- Are case costs deducted before or after any fee?
Attorney Fees & Billing questions, answered.
Are attorney fees negotiable?
Often yes, at least to some degree — particularly contingency percentages on high-value cases or hourly rates for longer engagements. It's reasonable to ask before signing a fee agreement.
Figures on this page are illustrative examples for general education, not quotes or guarantees of actual pricing. Actual costs vary by provider, location, and specific project scope — always get a specific quote before making a purchasing decision.
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