Contingency Retainer Agreement

Property Damage Claims Representation • No Recovery, No Attorney Fee

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LHERISSON LAW, P.A.

ATTORNEYS AT LAW • MIAMI, FLORIDA • (786) 842-5886

Licensed to Practice in Florida & Colorado • ashley@lherissonlaw.com

Authority to Represent & Contingency Fee Agreement

(Property Damage Claims Representation • In Accordance with Florida Bar Rule 4-1.5)

1. Employment of Attorney & Scope of Services

The undersigned Client(s), ("Client"), hereby retains and employs Lherisson Law ("Attorney") to represent Client in investigating, evaluating, negotiating, and prosecuting any and all insurance claims, demands, and causes of action for property damage against the insurance carrier and any other responsible parties arising out of the property loss and damage at the property located at: ("the Property").

2. Contingency Fee Schedule (Florida Bar Rule 4-1.5(f)(4))

It is understood and agreed that Attorney’s employment is on a contingency fee basis. IF NO RECOVERY IS OBTAINED, CLIENT SHALL OWE NO LEGAL FEES WHATSOEVER TO ATTORNEY.

Contingency Fee Percentages:

• Prior to the filing of an answer or the demand for appointment of arbitrators: Thirty-three and one-third percent (33 1/3%) of any recovery up to $1 million; plus thirty percent (30%) of any portion of recovery between $1 million and $2 million; plus twenty percent (20%) of any portion exceeding $2 million.

• After the filing of an answer or the demand for appointment of arbitrators: Forty percent (40%) of any recovery up to $1 million; plus thirty percent (30%) of any portion between $1 million and $2 million; plus twenty percent (20%) of any portion exceeding $2 million.

• Statutory Attorney's Fees: In the event attorney's fees are awarded by a court or paid separately by an insurance carrier under applicable state statutes or settlement agreement, such fees shall be credited toward Client’s contingency fee obligation or retained as the fee, whichever is greater, in accordance with applicable rules.

3. Costs and Expenses

Attorney is authorized to incur and advance reasonable costs and expenses necessary for the proper investigation and prosecution of this claim, including but not limited to filing fees, expert witness fees, engineering reports, estimates, court reporter fees, and postage. All such advanced costs shall be deducted and reimbursed to Attorney solely out of the gross recovery. If no recovery is obtained, Client shall have no obligation to reimburse Attorney for advanced costs.

4. Power of Attorney & Trust Account Authorization

Client hereby grants Attorney full power of attorney to execute all necessary pleadings, documents, releases, proofs of loss, and drafts, and to endorse and deposit any checks or settlement drafts made payable to Client or Attorney into Attorney’s IOTA Trust Account, for disbursement strictly pursuant to a closing statement executed by Client prior to distribution of proceeds.

5. Statutory Cancellation Period

THREE-DAY RIGHT OF CANCELLATION: In accordance with Rule 4-1.5(f)(6) of the Rules Regulating The Florida Bar, Client may cancel this contract by written notice delivered to Attorney at any time within three (3) business days of the date of signing. In the event of such cancellation within three business days, Client shall not be obligated to pay any legal fees to Attorney.

Statement of Client's Rights for Contingency Fees

(Pursuant to Rule 4-1.5(f)(4)(D), Rules Regulating The Florida Bar)

There is no fee charged for an initial consultation with an attorney to discuss whether to take your case.
You, the client, have the right to know about the attorney’s education, training, and experience before you hire that attorney.
You have the right to interview and meet with the attorney who will handle your case before hiring that attorney.
You have the right to know whether the attorney will handle your case alone, or with another attorney, firm, or associated counsel.
You have the right to be told how the attorney’s fee will be calculated, and what costs will be deducted from your recovery.
You have the right to know about the attorney’s contingency fee schedule and have all terms explained in plain language.
You have the right to make the final decision regarding whether to accept or reject any settlement offer made by an insurance carrier or opposing party.
You have the right to receive a written closing statement detailing the gross recovery, all attorney’s fees deducted, all advanced costs reimbursed, and the net proceeds paid to you.
You have the right to cancel this contract in writing within 3 business days of signing without obligation to pay any fee.
You have the right to a signed copy of this agreement and this Statement of Client’s Rights at the time of execution.

Client / Insured:	[Name Required]	Fee Basis:	Contingency (No Recovery, No Fee)
Property Address:	[Address Required]	Firm Counsel:	Ashley Lherisson, Esq.
Referral Partner ID:	Direct Client	Execution Status:	Pending Electronic Signature

Electronic Signature & Legal Execution

Sign below to retain Lherisson Law. Your electronic signature carries the full legal weight of a handwritten signature under Florida and Federal law (UETA & ESIGN Act).

I have read and agree to the Contingency Fee Retainer Agreement and hereby employ Lherisson Law to represent me in connection with my property damage claim under the Florida Bar contingency rules. I acknowledge receipt of the Statement of Client's Rights, and understand that if no recovery is obtained, I owe no attorney fees.

Client / Homeowner Signature *

Draw signature with finger, stylus, or mouse

Signed as Primary Insured

Printed Signer Legal Name *

Date of Execution

Optional: Enter an email or phone if you would like a copy of this executed agreement sent to you:

Retainer Agreement Executed

Thank you. Your Property Damage Contingency Retainer has been successfully recorded and transmitted to Attorney Ashley Lherisson.

Official Retainer Certificate

Lherisson Law • Property Damage Practice Group

Direct Client

Agreement ID LL-RET-000000

Date of Execution Today

Client / Insured -

Property Address -

Representation Scope Property Damage Insurance Claims

Contingency Terms No Recovery, No Attorney Fee

Client Digital Signature Recorded

Next Steps: Attorney Ashley Lherisson and our legal team will review your claim documents and reach out directly to coordinate policy inspection and carrier communications. You may download or print a formal copy of your signed agreement for your records below.

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