Legal Question in Legal Ethics in North Carolina
Contingency Fees
With regards to a Medical Malpractice suit that will be payable to the estate, our lawyer wants a percentage of this award as his fee. Is this ethical in the State of North Carolina?
Asked on 8/23/06, 2:07 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Scott Riddle
Law Office of Scott B. Riddle, LLC
Re: Contingency Fees
That is the common method of compensation, so I am not sure whether there is anything else to your question. You may find a lawyer to handle it on an hourly basis - of course, someone has to pay the retainer, bills and expenses.
Answered on 8/23/06, 3:10 pm