I. Fixed costs
Fixed fee means that the lawyer and the client agree on a fixed service fee, which the lawyer will charge regardless of the length of time or workload. This charging method is suitable for cases with relatively simple cases and relatively certain workload.
Second, charge by the hour.
Charge by the hour means that lawyers charge according to the time they provide legal services to their clients. Lawyers will estimate the total cost according to the complexity of the case and the time required. This charging method is suitable for cases with complex cases that need to spend a lot of time studying and handling.
Third, charge by installment.
Staged charging means that lawyers divide the process of handling cases into several stages and set a fee for each stage. The client shall pay the lawyer's fees in installments according to the progress of the case. This method is conducive to the client to control the budget according to the progress of the case, and also reflects the phased results of lawyer service.
Fourth, risk agency charges.
Risk agency fee refers to the fee charged by the lawyer according to a certain proportion of the winning amount after the case is won. This charging method encourages lawyers to strive for the best interests for their clients, but it may also increase the risks and costs of lawyers.
The client should fully understand the advantages and disadvantages of various ways when choosing the lawyer's charging method, and make a choice according to his actual situation and needs. At the same time, the client should sign a detailed entrustment contract with the lawyer to clarify the rights and obligations of both parties and avoid disputes.
To sum up:
There are various ways to charge for economic disputes, including fixed fees, hourly fees, phased fees and risk agency fees. The client should choose the appropriate charging method according to the case, the lawyer's experience and his own needs, and sign a clear entrustment contract with the lawyer to ensure that the rights and interests of both parties are guaranteed.
Legal basis:
People's Republic of China (PRC) Lawyers Law
Article 25 provides that:
When a lawyer undertakes business, the law firm shall accept the entrustment uniformly, sign a written entrustment contract with the client, collect fees uniformly according to the provisions of the state and record them truthfully. Law firms and lawyers shall pay taxes according to law.
Measures for the administration of lawyers' service fees
Article 3 provides that:
Lawyers' service charges follow the principles of openness, fairness, voluntary compensation, honesty and credibility. Law firms should facilitate the people, strengthen internal management, reduce service costs, and provide convenient and high-quality legal services for clients.
Article 4 provides that:
Lawyers' service fees are subject to government guidance and market adjustment.