Retainer Agreement in plain English

Written agreement defining representation and fees.

Where this term may appear

The written engagement defining representation, fees, costs, responsibilities, and termination terms.

What to verify

Read the written representation agreement and applicable professional rules to understand how retainer agreement works in the actual lawyer-client relationship.

Why context matters

The practical meaning of Retainer Agreement depends on the written agreement and applicable professional rules.

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