Lawyer Larry’s standard retainer contract in divorce cases provides for the payment of a fee of one-third of the amount of alimony or property settlement secured by Larry. Larry declines to represent clients who do not agree to this arrangement. Is Larry’s standard retainer contract proper?
A. Yes, because clients often prefer to pay a lawyer a fee based on the outcome of the case.
B. Yes, if a fee of one-third is not excessive.
C. No, because a lawyer may not acquire a proprietary interest in a cause of action.
D. No, because the fee is contingent.
Answer:D
Lawyer Larry’s standard retainer contract in divorce cases provides for the payment of a fee of one-third of the amount of alimony or property settlement secured by Larry. Larry declines to represent clients who do not agree to this arrangement. Is Larry’s standard retainer contract proper?
A. Yes, because clients often prefer to pay a lawyer a fee based on the outcome of the case. B. Yes, if a fee of one-third is not excessive. C. No, because a lawyer may not acquire a proprietary interest in a cause of action. D. No, because the fee is contingent.