Legal Question in Employment Law in New York

My lawyer did not provide me with any kind of written retainer outlining my leagal fees and I disopute the fees he has charged me. He has billed me for $2,000 which i am not willing to pay as the case was to be taken by him on a contingency basis and not hourly as he is charging. I did not settle the case with him because of his outrageous claims for the legal fees of $2,000. He provided the legal service in August 2008.
I understand that New York Rule of Professional Conduct 1.5(b) requires a retainer agreement or letter of engagement setting forth the scope of representation and the fees and expenses that will be charged. This rule became effective April 1, 2009. Prior to this Rule, a written letter of engagement was required for any representation where the expected fee would exceed $3,000.
Am I covered by 1.5(b) or will I be subject to the old provision since my case and bill occurred in 2008?

Asked on 9/13/09, 10:28 am

Kristen Browde Browde Law, P.C.

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You're under the old provision, since your situation arose prior to the effective date of the new rule.

Answered on 9/18/09, 8:35 pm

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