Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Florida

Ive been contacted by a law firm to represent me against our homebuilder under a contingent contract for what appears to be stucco issues.They claim they are representing 200 other homeowners individaully as well againist the same builder.The contracts states thet can terminate service and outline several costs of fees such as investigate charges, faxes etc. Is there under any circumstances I could be held liable for any out of pocket expenses,if so what risks are involved in entering into this type of lawsuite?


Asked on 9/12/12, 9:01 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Barry Stein De Cardenas, Freixas, Stein & Zachary

Contingency fee contracts mean with regard to fees only. It is standard and required under Bar guidelines that the client be responsible for all costs. You can be liable for costs expended and for fees, if you terminate the attorney before the contingency is met. You can also be responsible to the defendant for fees and costs depending on the statutory authority and how the case ends. Talk with the attorney who provided you the papers and ask them these questions.

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Answered on 9/12/12, 1:38 pm


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