Legal Question in Legal Ethics in Michigan
Attorney Conduct
Is it a common practice for an Atty. to bill without specific charges. For instance is it normal for a client to receive an invoice with a charge without specifying the time being charged for. Example: Phone consult, review case document, meeting with client.
Charges $450.00
How can a person be sure they are not being scammed and what is the approriate procedure to counter such a situation
Asked on 3/07/01, 10:12 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Charles Aspinwall
Charles S. Aspinwall, J.D., LLC
Re: Attorney Conduct
You are entitled to a detailed statement showing the project, the time and the hourly rate.
Write the lawyer a letter requesting a full detailed statement, keep a copy of your letter.
Speak with him/her and tell them your concerns as you have stated them here.
Answered on 5/17/01, 12:57 pm
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