In collaborative law, your lawyer’s continued employment depends on the ability to design acceptable settlement options  That means if the collaborative law process proves unsuccessful or either party wants litigation, both lawyers must withdraw from the case. They will then help their clients find trial lawyers and will work to make a quick, efficient transition. Although your lawyer will refund any unused fees, your new lawyer will likely require a substantial retainer fee if the case is headed to court for a contested hearing.

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