Legal Retainer
/ˈliːgəl rɪˈteɪnər/
Definitions
- (n.) A sum paid in advance to a lawyer to secure their services and ensure availability.
The client paid a legal retainer before the attorney began work on the case.
Forms
- legal retainers
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Commentary
A legal retainer is distinct from fees for services rendered; it often functions as a deposit or advance payment to hold legal services.
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