Can a lawyer charge you to cancel a legal contract?

Answer by  LadyLawyer (325)

It may be bad business; but, yes, it can be done. Obviously, it has to be in the Contract to say that there will be a fee for cancellation.

Answer by  tamarawilhite (17883)

He has the right to demand that you pay for the service of writing the contract. If you signed a contract that includes a cancellation fee, you owe the money.

Answer by  patti (29325)

An attorney charges for his services. A contact is "in effect" the moment it is signed by the involved parties.

Answer by  Ron27 (465)

It is typical for lawyers to charge by the hour (unless they are working on contingency). Therefore, a lawyer will typically charge you for the time he spends doing work for you, regardless of what the long term effect of his work-product is.