Our Fee Structure: We Only Get Paid If We Win
Myth vs. Reality: Hiring a Lawyer
Myth: You need to write a big check to get legal help.
Reality: With contingency fees, you don’t pay attorney’s fees unless we win. That lets us focus on building your case while you focus on healing.
Quick Answers About Attorney Fees
Do I have to pay upfront to hire a lawyer?
No. In Vancouver and throughout Washington, personal injury lawyers work on contingency. That means you pay no attorney’s fee unless we recover money for you.
What about case costs?
We typically advance costs like medical records, experts, or filing fees so you’re not paying out of pocket. How those are handled at the end—especially if there’s no recovery—will be spelled out in your fee agreement.
Is a contingency fee worth it?
Yes, if it increases your net recovery. We only take cases when we believe our work will leave you with more in your pocket than if you handled it yourself. If not, we’ll tell you honestly.
A Simple Example
If your case settles for $100,000 and the agreed fee is X%, our fee is X% of the recovery. We then reimburse the firm’s advanced costs (for experts, records, or court filings) from the settlement. You get the rest, along with a detailed closing statement. Percentages vary, but everything is explained in plain English up front.
Nicole’s Take
I insist on clarity in every fee agreement. Too often, people hesitate to call a lawyer because they’re worried about cost. The contingency model means you don’t have to choose between paying bills and hiring legal help—and I believe that’s the only fair way to represent injury victims.
What to Do Next
If you’ve been injured, don’t let concerns about attorney’s fees keep you from calling. Schedule a free consultation, review the written fee agreement in plain English, and let us answer your questions. You’ll know exactly how fees and costs work before you make any decisions.
Your Next Step
If you were hurt in Vancouver, Clark County, or anywhere in Southwest Washington, call (360) 213-0013 for a free case strategy session.