The lawyers fees due forarbitration proceedings depend on the value of the interests (for instance whether commercial or private) and on the necessary work involved. In addition to this and depending on the outcome of the proceedings, fees for the arbitrators and administration costs will fall due. Upon request, we will be glad to provide you with a cost estimate relating to your specific case.
out-of-court costs
For civil law activities out of court, the sum of the lawyers fees depends on the value in dispute, for instance if the case relates to a disputed payment claim. If claims are to be collected out-of-court, a service fee will be charged; a conciliation fee will fall due if the claim can be settled with the opponent.
Fee for pleading in court
In civil court proceedings, a fee for pleading in court will fall due in addition to the procedural fee if the lawyer attends court hearings. If agreement with the opponent can be reached in court, a settlement fee will be charged. One half of the mentioned service fee will be set off against the procedural fee, if such fee falls due.
Framework fees in criminal proceedings
In criminal proceedings (state sanctions for culpable wrongdoing), legislation provides for so-called framework fees which depend on the level of difficulty, the scope of the lawyer's activities and the significance of the matter for the client. In addition to a basic fee for the work necessary to get to know the case, and a procedural fee for the handling of the case, the lawyer's participation in court hearings is compensated for by payment of a hearing fee.
By the way: A legal costs insurance can help you mitigate the financial risks involved in litigation. Please note that certain areas of law are usually excluded from such insurance cover, such as divorce (only consultancy services are covered), defence against damage claims and claims relating to commercial or self-employed activities.
Attorney under German law Ranja Hemam
E-Mail: hemam@gencer-coll.de • Tel. +49-(0)-911-37 66 76-63