Hourly rate
Lawyers tell their clients the hourly rate they propose to apply if they choose the time-based method. He tells his clients how much time is likely to be spent studying and handling the case.This rate may vary within the same firm, depending on the cases handled. In justified cases, a higher hourly rate may be agreed.
Flat-rate fees
The lawyer and client agree on a fixed and definitive fee. The services covered by these fees must be precisely specified.Success fees
The lawyer may agree with his client to set additional fees based on results, which must be expressly stipulated in a prior agreement between the lawyer and his client. This agreement must also stipulate the main fees for diligence.In the case of partial legal aid and result-based fees, the requirement for a fee agreement is strictly defined by law.
National consumer mediator for the legal profession
In accordance with the provisions of articles L. 612-1 et seq. of the Consumer Code, you have the possibility, in the event of a dispute with a lawyer, to have recourse free of charge to the Consumer Mediator who will be the national mediator near the National Bar Council (CNB) and whose contact details are as follows:
Carole Pascarel, consumer mediator for the legal profession
Postal address: CNB, 180 boulevard Haussmann – 75008 Paris
Email adress : mediateur-conso@mediateur-consommation-avocat.fr
Website : https://mediateur-consommation-avocat.fr