Our fees
costs and fees
Clarity, transparency and information on fees before any commitment is made
time spent, fixed price, results
time spent
This is a form of remuneration based on the number of hours spent on the case.
At the end of the case, these fees will be calculated by multiplying the time spent by the hourly rate determined at the outset.
The client is given a precise breakdown of the services billed by the firm (appointments at the firm or at the client's premises, telephone appointments, drafting, reading or studying documents, case management time, travel time).
In addition to the fees, the costs and disbursements of the case are invoiced, i.e. the costs generated by the acts or proceedings: tax stamps, registration duties, bailiff's fees, expert's fees.
This type of billing is used in particular for one-off legal consultancy assignments.
Flat-rate
This is a global and intangible remuneration package.
In practice, this formula is generally used for "standard" procedures that are unlikely to be affected by unforeseen circumstances (e.g. divorce by mutual consent or incorporation of a company).
For longer and more complex procedures, a fixed fee may also be agreed at the beginning of the assignment.
Nevertheless, in the event of a change in the initial conditions of the dispute (unforeseeable procedural hazards or addition of a task during the course of the proceedings), an additional fee may be set in agreement with the client.
Results
In France, contrary to practice in other countries, an agreement whereby a lawyer and his client agree that fees will only be payable if the case is won and on the basis of the result obtained is purely and simply prohibited.
However, it is possible to agree a "result" fee, which must be set out in a prior fee agreement.
In this case, in accordance with the regulations, the firm charges the client a fixed fee (generally a flat fee), plus an "additional" fee if it achieves a particular result.
The additional fee may be fixed or proportional to the result obtained.
No fees will be charged and, with your written agreement, they will be deducted when you receive the agreed compensation.
Subscription
This is a flat-rate monthly fee received regularly by the firm and entitling it to regular services, subject to a prior agreement.
Under this contract, customers benefit from the services of their consultant for the agreed period. The subscription is particularly suitable for companies and groups of any kind.
Adjustable payment terms to suit the customer's situation.
Depending on your financial situation, Finalteri Avocats offers preferential payment terms.
Adjustment to the customer's financial situation
We are committed to promoting :
Transparency fees and theInformation on costs and fees before any commitment is made.
Although fees are clearly indicated on the firm's website, assistants are to help you understand them better. On written request, a A detailed, accurate quotation can be sent to you within 24 hours, without obligation.
How does it work?
A quotation can be provided so that you can assess and plan the expenditure involved.
In any event, on acceptance of the engagement letter by the client, a deposit of the order of 30 to 40% of the total amount (including tax) of the agreed fees is required to enable the firm to start work.
When the work performed has absorbed the advance paid, the client is asked to pay an additional advance.
The balance is paid on completion of the project.
Except in the case of opening a file, a fee is charged for the first consultation
Its cost varies according to the duration :
- 30 minutes: €50.00 excluding VAT, i.e. €60.00 including VAT
- 60 minutes: €100.00 excluding VAT, i.e. €120.00 including VAT.
- Rates applicable from 1 January 2025
If a file is opened there is no charge for the consultation.
In addition, an estimate including terms of payment is without obligation. Once the estimate has been accepted, a fee agreement is signed.
Each expense and fee note issued details :
- the corresponding due diligence
- distinguishes between costs and fees.
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