According to regulations, lawyers' fees are unregulated. However, to establish a relationship of trust with her clients, Maître Christèle Harry provides complete transparency regarding her hourly rate and how fees are calculated. The law firm is located at 6 rue du Plat in Lyon, in the Bellecour district (near the Bonaparte bridge). It is accessible by car (parking nearby) and by public transport (metro lines A and D, Bellecour station).
Lawyer's remuneration
From the initial contact, your lawyer, a member of the Lyon Bar, will guide you toward the fee arrangement best suited to your case: hourly, flat fee, or contingency fee. Several factors can influence the amount of the fees:
It is important to note that the lawyer's remuneration includes not only fees, but also expenses and disbursements (bailiff's fees, expert fees, etc.). To comply with legal requirements, the law firm in Lyon will keep you informed of the fee schedule as your case progresses.
A written agreement outlining the estimated fees and the billing method will be drawn up to ensure maximum transparency.
These depend on the nature and complexity of the case.
This option involves paying the lawyer, a member of the Lyon Bar Association, based on the time spent on the case. Generally, an hourly rate (based on the type of dispute, the firm's reputation, the complexity of the case, and the client's financial situation) is set at the start of the case. This rate is then multiplied by the number of hours dedicated to the matter.
It is possible to negotiate a fixed fee for all services to be performed. This fee will be final and non-negotiable, and will cover all services required to complete your case.
Both parties can also agree on a fee structure contingent upon the success of the appeal. However, it is illegal to pay the lawyer only if the decision is favorable. Therefore, it will be necessary to plan for hourly or fixed fees, and then add contingency fees based on a predetermined sum or a percentage of the winnings.
If you are faced with excessive billing or a failure to respect the agreed-upon fee terms, the first step is to speak with your lawyer to try to resolve the dispute. If the problem persists, you can contact the consumer mediator or the Bar Association by sending a registered letter (with acknowledgment of receipt). The professional will propose an amicable solution to resolve the dispute, which you can then accept or refuse.
Jérôme HERCÉ - National Mediator for the Legal Profession
22 rue de Londres
75009 PARIS
Email: mediateur[@]mediateur-consommation-avocat.fr
Website: https://mediateur-consommation-avocat.fr
