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Old 01-19-2009, 11:37 AM
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Can a lawyer charge for discussing fees?

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? CA

Is it ethical for a lawyer to charge a client for a phone call / time for only discussing fees.

Lately my grandmothers lawyer ( who I referred to ) has been nickle and diming. And this makes it very difficult to want to contact him for anything.
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Old 01-21-2009, 09:44 PM
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only information i can give you is that it depends on the lawyer. And that is why sites like this exist. To avoid lawyer fees.
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Old 01-23-2009, 01:28 PM
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Some states prohibit it outright, but at a quick glance, CA doesn't appear to be one of them. You can read the Attorney Conduct Rules here:
http://www.calbar.ca.gov/state/calbar/calbar_generic.jsp?cid=10158&id=3422

You can also call them to inquire whether fee dispute calls are billable.

Good luck.
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