Scope of Representation

The defined boundaries of legal services the attorney agrees to provide, specified in the retainer agreement to manage expectations.

Retainer Agreement — The signed contract establishing the attorney-client relationship, outlining fee structures, scope of representation, and mutual obligations.
Client Intake — The process of collecting initial information from a prospective client, verifying case viability, and establishing the attorney-client relationship.
Fee Disclosure — Ethical requirement to clearly explain attorney fees, costs, and payment structures to clients before and during representation.