Retainer Agreement
/rɪˈteɪnər əˈgriːmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A contract between a client and an attorney in which the client agrees to pay a fee to secure the attorney's services.
The client signed a retainer agreement before the lawyer began working on the case.
Forms
- retainer agreements
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Commentary
Retainer agreements often specify the scope of representation and payment terms, essential for clarifying attorney-client obligations.
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