On a contingency fee, you pay no attorney fee unless and until the lawyer recovers compensation for you. The fee is a percentage of the recovery, agreed in writing up front.
No Upfront Cost
What's Covered
Contingency arrangements let people who could never pay hourly rates access experienced representation. The attorney advances case costs and is repaid from the recovery.
Why It Aligns Interests
Because the lawyer is paid only if you win, their incentive is to maximize your recovery — not to bill hours.
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