Free Legal Fee Agreement Template
A professional, bar-compliant fee agreement template covering hourly, flat-fee, contingency, and hybrid arrangements.
Template Sections
Identification of parties (attorney/firm and client)
Scope of representation and matter description
Fee structure (hourly, flat-fee, contingency, or hybrid)
Hourly rates for each timekeeper involved
Retainer amount and replenishment terms
Expense and disbursement policies
Billing frequency and payment terms
Trust account handling and IOLTA disclosure
Termination provisions and file return obligations
Dispute resolution clause
Client consent and signature blocks
Fee Structure Options
Hourly
Bill by the hour with itemised time entries. Most common for litigation, corporate, and complex transactional work. The template includes rate schedules for partners, associates, and paralegals.
Flat Fee
Fixed price for defined scope of work. Common for immigration, estate planning, business formation, and routine filings. The template includes scope limitations and out-of-scope provisions.
Contingency
Fee based on percentage of recovery. Standard for personal injury, employment, and certain commercial disputes. The template includes sliding scale percentages and expense handling.
Hybrid
Combination of fee structures, such as reduced hourly rate plus success bonus, or flat fee for initial phase plus hourly for trial. The template includes clear phase delineation.
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