Although being paid for what we do is critical to our survival in this profession, this matter is often overlooked as we manage our law practices. Poor billing practices can lead to trouble. Attorneys who are careless in this area risk financial difficulty, civil suits, and problems with the BBO. Knowing the rules regarding billing and having good habits and practices is critically important for all private attorneys.
This program addresses how to maximize our chances of being paid for what we do while complying with the Rules of Professional Conduct and avoiding client litigation.
This program addresses how to maximize our chances of being paid for what we do while complying with the Rules of Professional Conduct and avoiding client litigation.
Course Content
Welcome and Introduction11:00 am - 11:10 am
- Requirements of the Rules of Professional Conduct
- David Burgess, Esq., Wilchins Cosentino & Novins LLP, Wellesley Hills
- Setting Expectations: Fee Agreements and Communications with Clients About Fees and Disbursements
- David Burgess, Esq., Wilchins Cosentino & Novins LLP, Wellesley Hills
- Retainers: Getting Them and Managing Them
- David Burgess, Esq., Wilchins Cosentino & Novins LLP, Wellesley Hills
- Contingency Fee Agreements
- David Burgess, Esq., Wilchins Cosentino & Novins LLP, Wellesley Hills
- Good Billing Habits
- David Burgess, Esq., Wilchins Cosentino & Novins LLP, Wellesley Hills
- Pursuing Clients for Unpaid Fees
- David Burgess, Esq., Wilchins Cosentino & Novins LLP, Wellesley Hills
- Please Note
- MCLE webcasts are delivered completely online, underscoring their convenience and appeal.
- There are no published print materials. All written materials are available electronically only.
Speakers
Chair- David Burgess, Esq., Wilchins Cosentino & Novins LLP, Wellesley Hills
