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Three years ago, I retained an attorney because I wanted a divorce. I saw the attorney once for a free consultation. Before any papers were typed or filed, I decided to give my marriage another try. I've now decided to get a divorce. Is my retainer still good or will I have to pay her again?
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I suggest you ask your question directly to your attorney. I doubt that she would charge extra for the time to give you an answer.
Answered on Mar 27th, 2014 at 10:24 AM
It should still be a credit on the attorney's bill to you except for any work performed. Call or email the attorney to find out how much credit is still available.
Answered on Mar 27th, 2014 at 10:16 AM
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First ask her.. second ask for a refund of any unused retainer if she did nothing for you. If she will not agree .. get another attorney.
Answered on Mar 27th, 2014 at 10:15 AM
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It depends if the retainer was used up or not. You should call her to discuss this. If none of it was used, it should have been refunded to you, assuming you left her with a good address.
Answered on Mar 27th, 2014 at 10:15 AM
It should be sitting in her client trust account.
Answered on Mar 26th, 2014 at 2:50 PM
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Depends on the language of the contract with the attorney.
Answered on Mar 26th, 2014 at 2:49 PM
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I am surprised that she hasn't given it back. Since the money was not used, it is still technically your money and you should be able to use it for your divorce. If she says no, report to your state's bar association.
Answered on Mar 26th, 2014 at 2:46 PM
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Read the retainer agreement, that should tell you.
Answered on Mar 26th, 2014 at 2:33 PM