Administrative Fee
Definitions
- (n.) A charge imposed to cover administrative expenses related to processing, handling, or managing a legal or financial transaction.
The contract included an administrative fee for the processing of paperwork.
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- administrative fee
- administrative fees
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Commentary
Administrative fees are typically distinct from penalties or fines and should be clearly specified in contracts to avoid ambiguity.
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