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This publication covers the fundamental aspects of costs between the law firm and the client, providing a summary of the statutory regimes in all States and Territories.
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This publication covers the fundamental aspects of costs between the law firm and the client, providing a summary of the statutory regimes in all States and Territories.
The commentary provides a comprehensive coverage of legal costs, including disclosure requirements, invoicing, cost recovery, termination of the retainer, and costs assessment.
Precedents provided with this publication include:
- Library of invoice recitals;
- Costs agreements for all major areas of practice and an example invoice;
- Letters of demand and pleadings for costs recovery action.
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- Overview“Costs are one of the most heavily regulated aspects of legal practice. The question of costs, including how to charge, when to charge, what to charge, and what needs to be disclosed to the client, is ever-present for lawyers. In general, lawyers are required to charge no more than a fair, ...”
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A. Costs agreements- B. Costs, disbursements and internal expenses
- C. The invoice
- D. Termination of the retainer and liens
- F. Debt recovery
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