List and describe three types of fee agreements, and explain when they are the most appropriate to use.

What will be an ideal response?


Contingency   =   Plaintiff-oriented suits, such as medical malpractice, civil rights, or personal injury, where the person may have a good case but has no money to pay fees.Flat rate          =   Used when the matter is simple and straightforward, such as for wills and uncontested divorces.Hourly rate     =   When the client can pay for the services by the hour.Value billing and prepaid legal services = When appropriate or applicable.?

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A) Divine Province. B) Natural Law. C) Manifest Destiny. D) Aaron's Law.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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