Do I have the right to ask for proof for each item my lawyer is charging me for?

Question

I gave a divorce lawyer $7,500 retainer after several months I receive a bill that shows i now have passed the retainer fee and am up to near $13,000 The bill was itemized but many of the charges are from him reviewing correspondence from the other attorney and the court. I have not seen these, do I have the right to ask for prove before paying. remainder of bill

Answer 1

yeah. if you dont kno what your paying for, then ask. if he gives you some dumb answers fire him. he is working for you...

Answer 2

100% yes

Answer 3

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hi

Answer 4

Absolutely!

Answer 5

definitely

Answer 6

I usually look those questions up on the ABA website for your rights.

Also, did you call your attorney a lot?  When you call them and talk to them, the clock is ticking.  Did they have a paralegal working on the case?  Their time is billable as well.  I recommend talking your concerns over with your attorney.  Also, you can look things up on the American Bar Associations website, you might have your answer there.

Good Luck.