Legal Question in Criminal Law in Illinois

legal representation

can an attorney charge fees without a signed agreement of legal representation


Asked on 12/28/08, 11:56 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Michael R. Nack Michael R. Nack, Attorney at Law

Re: legal representation

Yes, in most cases, although a written fee agreement is a much better way to do business. In some cases it is required for the fee agreement to be in writing.

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Answered on 12/28/08, 8:52 pm
Motty Stone Law Offices of Motty Stone

Re: legal representation

Attorneys need to have a written agreement if he is working on contingency. But if this is a criminal matter, then the attorney is not allowed to have a contingency fee anyway.

There are a couple of other specific arrangements and types of charges that need to be in writing as well.

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Answered on 12/29/08, 11:33 am


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