Legal Question in Civil Litigation in California

Is there a California law that states there must be a contract between a California lawyer and a client if the job is more than $2,000?


Asked on 8/21/09, 7:28 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Joel Selik www.SelikLaw.com

yes (if expected to be $1,000 or more).

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Answered on 8/21/09, 7:30 pm
Cathy Cowin Law Offices of Cathy Cowin

It's under the ethical rules for the California State Bar. Attorneys are expected to have an attorney-client fee agreement for any matter anticipated to exceed $1,000. This protects the client by spelling out the terms and expectations regarding representation.

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Answered on 8/22/09, 3:17 pm


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