Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

do lawyers charge extra if a case goes to trial, I paid 6000.00 up front but if my case goes to trial ill have to pay extra every day it goes to trial. is that how all criminal lawyers charge


Asked on 6/27/11, 7:51 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
BARRY BESSER LAW OFFICES OF BARRY I. BESSER

Check your retainer agreement.

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Answered on 6/28/11, 12:11 am
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Read your Retainer Agreement, it is the contract that determines those issues. Many criminal attorneys charge per day, or per appearance, and sometimes charge a flat fee. Talk to your attorney like you were supposed to do in the beginning.

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Answered on 6/28/11, 11:00 am
Edward Hoffman Law Offices of Edward A. Hoffman

Different lawyers use different contracts. There is nothing wrong with the terms you describe. If that is what your contract says, then it is reasonable for your lawyer to expect the additional payments.

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Answered on 6/28/11, 11:59 am


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