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Do DWI lawyers get paid up front?
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As is the case with most issues involving lawyers, it depends on the individual lawyer or the law firm's policy.
Many DWI lawyers do request a full upfront payment. However, because of the steep fees involved, most accept a payment plan. In these situations, you'll make an initial deposit, and then pay the remaining costs in regular intervals. The amount of the deposit, as well as the amount of and timing of the following payments all depend on the arrangement you work out with the DUI lawyer or the law firm. Don't be surprised if you're required to make all payments before your case goes to trial.
And, yes, you'll also find some lawyers - usually those who handle a large number of DUI or DWI cases - who won't require any upfront payment.
Some lawyers charge a flat-rate per case; others use hourly fees and charge you for the number of hours spent on your case. For those with hourly fees, find out what the maximum fee is likely to be.
Because of these variances, it's important to do your homework and find out about the payment situation before agreeing to hire a lawyer. Many law firms or individual lawyers will highlight this information on their Web site or phone book ad. Others prefer not to openly disclose the information. But, don't be afraid to ask. And, if you find a drunk driving lawyer you'd like to hire but whose payment situation doesn't suit your needs, see if the lawyer would consider working out another financial arrangement for you.
Many DWI lawyers do request a full upfront payment. However, because of the steep fees involved, most accept a payment plan. In these situations, you'll make an initial deposit, and then pay the remaining costs in regular intervals. The amount of the deposit, as well as the amount of and timing of the following payments all depend on the arrangement you work out with the DUI lawyer or the law firm. Don't be surprised if you're required to make all payments before your case goes to trial.
And, yes, you'll also find some lawyers - usually those who handle a large number of DUI or DWI cases - who won't require any upfront payment.
Some lawyers charge a flat-rate per case; others use hourly fees and charge you for the number of hours spent on your case. For those with hourly fees, find out what the maximum fee is likely to be.
Because of these variances, it's important to do your homework and find out about the payment situation before agreeing to hire a lawyer. Many law firms or individual lawyers will highlight this information on their Web site or phone book ad. Others prefer not to openly disclose the information. But, don't be afraid to ask. And, if you find a drunk driving lawyer you'd like to hire but whose payment situation doesn't suit your needs, see if the lawyer would consider working out another financial arrangement for you.
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