Lawyer Fee Deduction Rules

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Lawyers can deduct fees from civil rights settlements if agreed upon. In Georgia, review your agreement for any clauses about fee deductions. If the agreement contradicts the law, consult another attorney for advice. Consider dispute resolution options if terms were breached.

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It seems like you're interested in understanding how lawyers can deduct fees from a civil rights settlement. Here's a quick summary:
- Contingency Fee Agreement: Lawyers often take a percentage of the settlement.
- Written Agreement: Ensure there's a written agreement about fee deductions.
- Court Approval: Some settlements might need court approval for fee deductions.
If you have a specific agreement or situation, it would be helpful to review it. Do you have any particular concerns or questions about your settlement agreement?
The above referenced case settled for a total of $*,*. Of the total settlement amount of $*,* Terry Crandol received $*,* on April *, *. The remainder of $*,* was allocated to the attorneys representing Terry Crandol for fees and costs. Attached to this letter is the National Association of Consumer Advocates Memorandum to provide to your tax professional. The National Association of Consumer Advocates has provided a phone number, to help guide your tax professional in properly filing your tax returns and answer any questions. If you need help identifying a tax preparer that knows how to handle taxes for these types of situations, please let us know and we can refer you to someone. For tax prepare
It sounds like you have questions about tax implications regarding a civil rights settlement. Here’s what you might consider:
- Tax Professional Guidance: Consult with a tax professional or use the contact provided by the National Association of Consumer Advocates.
- Taxable Income: Settlements can be partially taxable, depending on the nature of the claim.
- Attorney Fees: Consult your tax advisor on how these fees impact your taxable income.
Would you like assistance in finding a tax preparer familiar with these situations?
In Georgia
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It seems like your main concern is understanding the tax implications of your civil rights settlement in Georgia. Consulting with a tax professional would be beneficial. If you need help with anything else or have further questions, feel free to ask!
Was this legal for the lawyer to deduct fees from my settlement even though it says they cant
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If your settlement agreement explicitly states that fees cannot be deducted, it may be a legal issue. Here are some points to consider:
- Review Agreement: Check the written agreement for any clauses about fee deductions.
- Legal Advice: Consider consulting another attorney for clarity on this issue.
- Dispute Resolution: Look for any dispute resolution options in the agreement.
Would you like more information on how to proceed?
Yes
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Here's what you can do next:
- Review Agreement: Ensure you have a clear understanding of the settlement terms regarding fee deductions.
- Consultation: Consider seeking another attorney's advice to interpret the agreement.
- Dispute Resolution: Look for any clauses on dispute resolution if the terms were breached.
If you need more specific guidance or help finding legal assistance, let me know!
The agreement contradict the law
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It seems like your situation might have significant legal implications. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case? If so, could you provide a bit more information about how your agreement contradicts the law?
No because you didn't bring it to my attention
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It seems like your situation involves potential legal issues with the settlement agreement. You might want to consult another attorney for a second opinion. If you have any other questions or concerns, feel free to ask!