TypeS of Fee Agreements
Personal Injury Cases
Matt represents injured persons on a contingency fee basis, which means that he is paid only if, and when, there is a recovery. There is a thorough investigation of all cases before filing any lawsuit and no frivolous, baseless, or unmeritorious action will ever be filed by Matt Wertheim & Associates. In most cases, Matt Wertheim & Associates advances all costs, and is repaid when the case is successfully resolved.
Real Estate/Business Cases
Real Estate & business cases are typically handled on an hourly basis and occasionally on a “hybrid” hourly/contingency fee. Rates are negotiable and range from $450.00-$550.00.
Hourly Fee Cases
Matt's hourly rate and his minimum retainer are negotiable. For services wherein a fee of over $1,000.00 is anticipated, a formal written fee agreement will be prepared, as is required by the California State Bar.
Mediation Rates
His fee is a wide range depending on the number of parties, the complexity and stage of the case, and the amount in dispute. Once he has communicated with all participants and/or their counsel about the urgency and need for mediation, he proposes a structure (½ day, full day, etc.) and a mediation fee. He can, and does, volunteer his time when appropriate. Visit wertheimmediation.com for more information.