OneLaw’s July newsletter reviews types of fee arrangements.

Read the full July 2024 newsletter HERE.

The text version is below:

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Summer is now here and there is no denying the heat!

Here at OneLaw, we went out to lunch recently, and I was reminded how important it is to take a break, whether at work or at home, with colleagues, friends, family, or simply yourself. I hope you are able to do that sometime soon.

In case you have a legal matter that will not wait, regardless of the season or weather, we are still here and have you covered. If you are looking to buy or sell a home, Attorney Chiara LaPlume can help you out. If you have an estate planning matter, Attorney Holly Vietzke is available. Attorney Chris Connolly represents clients in criminal, abuse and harassment prevention order, and juvenile cases in addition to school matters. Attorney Beth Herr covers family law and guardianships. My focus is on education law but I also work with clients in a range of matters supporting children and families.

As you can see, OneLaw is dedicated to serving the personal legal needs of families and individuals across a variety of practice areas. Let us know how we can help you. Visit our website (https://www.one-law.us) or give us a call at 617-831-4355.

Peter A. Hahn, Esq.

Principal Attorney

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MASSACHUSETTS DISTRICT COURT & JUVENILE COURT

We represent clients in various matters in Massachusetts District Court and Juvenile Court at all stages of the process, from clerk magistrate’s hearings to trials.

For example: Juvenile Court * Juvenile Delinquency and Youthful Offender * Child Requiring Assistance (CRA) * Care and Protection (involving DCF) * Harassment Prevention Order District Court * Criminal * Motor Vehicle * Abuse Prevention Order * Harassment Prevention Order * Mental Health Commitment * Substance Use Treatment

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Types of Fee Arrangements

by Peter A. Hahn, Esq.

At OneLaw, we have three different types of fee arrangements.

We primarily bill clients on an hourly rate basis. This arrangement requires that a retainer be paid to secure representation. If there is a balance left when we are done, the balance is refunded.

Some matters are more amenable to a flat fee arrangement. Estate planning and residential real estate are usually billed at a set fee depending on the type of work to be done. Flat fees may be billed in advance, either in full or in part.

Contingency fees are considered in matters with potential financial damages or a settlement for the client. The contingency fee is based on an agreed upon percentage of the financial outcome. No retainer or advance payment is required. We only get paid if the case is successful.

Regardless of the fee arrangement, a written fee agreement must be signed before we can begin any legal representation.

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Attorney Peter A. Hahn presents Recent BSEA Decisions: Part I as part of his monthly virtual seminar series for education advocates

Monday, July 29, 2024 2:30-3:00 PM by Zoom