THIS AGREEMENT, “the Agreement”, is a contract for employment of legal counsel between Sarah Gravelines (“the Lawyer”) and the individual accepting this Agreement online ("the Client.")

This is a limited scope retainer for independent legal advice only, as described below.

By signing this Agreement, the Client employs the Lawyer to provide independent legal advice regarding a document or agreement prepared by another lawyer.

Representation and Duties of the Lawyer.  The Lawyer is being retained to provide independent legal advice. 

The Lawyer will provide the following services (the “Covered Services”):

1.      Reviewing the agreement or document provided by the Client;

2.      Meeting with the Client (by Zoom, phone, or in person) to explain:

a.       the nature and effect of the document;

b.      the Client’s rights and obligations;

c.       any reasonably foreseeable risks or consequences;

3.               Answering the Client’s questions regarding the document;

4.               Witnessing and executing the document;

5.               Providing a certificate of independent legal advice, if appropriate.

Services Not Included (Not covered by this Agreement)

Legal services under this Agreement are limited to independent legal advice only.

This Agreement does not include the following:

1.      Negotiating the terms of the agreement on behalf of the Client;

2.      Drafting or revising the agreement;

3.      Communicating with the other party or their lawyer;

4.      Providing ongoing legal advice beyond the ILA meeting;

5.      Attending court or any other proceedings;

6.      Enforcing or interpreting the agreement after signing.

If additional services are requested, a separate retainer agreement will be required.

DUTIES OF THE CLIENT

The Client agrees:

·         to provide the complete and final version of the document to be reviewed;

·         to provide accurate and complete information;

·         that the Lawyer’s advice is based on the information provided;

·         to provide a credit card number to be stored securely within the LawPay Credit Card Vault.

The Client acknowledges that independent legal advice is based on the document presented and does not guarantee any particular outcome.

FEES. 

In consideration of the Covered Services to be furnished by the Lawyer, Client shall pay the Lawyer for time spent incurred at an hourly rate of $300.00 plus applicable taxes. 

The Client authorizes the Lawyer to process payment using the credit card on file upon completion of services.

Termination of Services. 

Representation under this Agreement concludes upon:

·         completion of the independent legal advice meeting; and

·         delivery of the certificate of independent legal advice (if applicable).

The Client may terminate the representation at any time. Any such termination does not relieve the Client of the obligation to pay any amounts owed for fees and expenses incurred through the date of termination.

The Lawyer may terminate the representation and cease providing services under this Agreement if:

1.1.            The Lawyer discovers any conflict of interest;

1.2.            The Client fails to pay any invoice when due;

1.3.            The Lawyer discovers that the Client has made any misrepresentation in connection with the representation, or the Lawyer discovers any material variance between the facts as related to the Lawyer by the Client and the facts as they actually exist;

1.4.            The Client acts in such a manner that, in the discretion of the Lawyer, the Lawyer deems it necessary to terminate the representation;

1.5.            The Lawyer and the Client have a disagreement over what legal matters the Lawyer is supposed to be handling for the Client.

Miscellaneous Terms. 

1.1.            Each provision of this agreement is severable. The invalidity or unenforceability of any provision paragraph, subparagraph, sentence, clause, phrase or term of this agreement shall not affect or impair the validity or enforceability of any other provision, paragraph, subparagraph, sentence, clause, phrase or term of this agreement.

1.2.            By signing below, the Client indicates an understanding that the Lawyer has not made an agreement with Client or promises to Client about the outcome or result of Client’s legal matters and that legal advice does not guarantee any particular outcome. Also, Client agrees to notify the Lawyer immediately in writing if Client feels or believes any matter is not receiving proper attention or is otherwise not being properly handled or Client suspects any misunderstanding about what the Lawyer is to do for Client.

1.3.            By signing below, Client agrees that this Agreement has been thoroughly reviewed by Client before being signed by Client, or that Client has had ample opportunity to review this Agreement and have it fully explained.

1.4.            If Client fails to pay the amounts due to the Lawyer under this Agreement, Client agrees to pay all reasonable legal fees and other expenses incurred by the Lawyer in collecting the amounts due.

Communication.  I encourage you to ask any questions you have about my charges or services. I promise to provide prompt, accurate answers. Please inform me of any complaints about any bill immediately after it is sent to you.

Please indicate your agreement by submitting the acceptance form below