What is an uplift fee?
We don’t charge uplift fees but some firms still do. An uplift fee allows a law firm to increase their legal fee by as much as 25%. It works like this. Imagine you legal bill is $10,000. The firm then uplifts its fee, and sends you a final bill for $12,500.
What percentage do no win no fee lawyers take in Queensland?
Lawyers can’t take a percentage of your settlement. Fees must be based on work done on the matter. The maximum fees which firms can charge can’t exceed 50% of your settlement. Unfortunately many firms end of up charging this much, especially if they also charge uplift fees. At Denes Lawyers, we charge a maximum of 25% of the settlement.
I am not happy with my current lawyer. If I change lawyers, do I have to pay my current lawyer even though I haven't received any compensation yet?
If you engage new lawyers, you may be able to delay paying your current lawyers until after your claim settles. If you contact us, we will first review your client agreement and then take you through the process step by step.
Is there a cooling off period?
Yes, the minimum cooling off period is 5 days.
Can I still owe money if I lose?
In some cases – yes. This would apply if you take your claim to trial, you lose and the judge orders you to pay the defendant’s costs.