Fees
Fees are agreed in writing before work starts, so you know from the outset how they are calculated.
Fee agreement
French law requires a written fee agreement setting out how fees are calculated, expected costs and any success fee.
Billing methods
- Hourly rates depending on the lawyer's experience, with detailed time records.
- Fixed fees for defined assignments.
- Retainers for businesses.
- A possible success fee, which cannot be the lawyer's only remuneration.
At the first meeting we explain the proposed strategy and give you a budget estimate. Legal expenses insurance may cover part of the fees.