FAQs Unbundled Legal Services

My limited scope retainer is finished. What’s next?

When your lawyer completes all of the tasks contained in your limited scope retainer, the solicitor-client relationship comes to an end. You should now determine if your outstanding legal needs would be met by another limited scope retainer.

If so, a new limited scope retainer will be required, even if it is for the same legal services. If not, then a general retainer may be a good idea, provided you have the financial means to do so.

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Russell Alexander

Russell Alexander is the Founder & Senior Partner of Russell Alexander Collaborative Family Lawyers.