Common use of ALTERNATIVE FEE DISPUTE RESOLUTION Clause in Contracts

ALTERNATIVE FEE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. In the event of any dispute or disagreement concerning the scope, enforceability, or interpretation of this agreement or any portion thereof, I agree to submit to arbitration by the Louisiana State Bar Association Legal Fee Dispute Resolution Program. I understand that, by agreeing to submit to binding arbitration, I am: • Waiving my right to a trial by jury; • Waiving my right to appeal the decision; • Agreeing that all disputes regarding legal fees and expenses contracted for, charged or collected pursuant to this agreement will be submitted to binding arbitration; • Waiving my right to broad discovery under the Louisiana Code of Civil Procedure and/or Federal Rules of Civil Procedure; • Acknowledging that I have had the opportunity to speak with independent legal counsel of my choice before signing this agreement; • Aware that this clause does not limit the liability to me of the attorney(s) engaged hereunder for his, her, or their negligence or fraud; and • Aware that this clause does not prevent me from filing a disciplinary complaint with the appropriate authorities against the attorney(s) engaged hereunder. NOTICE: By initialing in the space below, you are agreeing to have any dispute arising out of the matters included in the “Alternative Fee Dispute Resolution” provision decided by neutral binding arbitration as provided by Louisiana Arbitration Law. If you refuse to submit to arbitration after agreeing to this provision, you may be compelled to arbitrate under the authority of the Louisiana Arbitration Law. I have read and understand the foregoing and agree to submit to neutral binding arbitration disputes arising out of the matters included in the “Alternative Fee Dispute Resolution” provision. Attorney initials Client initials ADDITIONAL TERMS. Attorney and Client agree to the following additional terms: TERMINATION OF REPRESENTATION. I understand that I have the right to terminate the representation upon written notice to that effect. I understand that I will be responsible for any fees or costs incurred prior to the discharge or termination.

ALTERNATIVE FEE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. In the event of any dispute or disagreement concerning the scope, enforceability, or interpretation of this agreement or any portion thereof, I agree to submit to arbitration by the Louisiana State Bar Association Legal Fee Dispute Resolution Program. I understand that, by agreeing to submit to binding arbitration, I am: • ■ Waiving my right to a trial by jury; • ■ Waiving my right to appeal the decision; • ■ Agreeing that all disputes regarding legal fees and expenses contracted for, charged or collected pursuant to this agreement will be submitted to binding arbitration; • ■ Waiving my right to broad discovery under the Louisiana Code of Civil Procedure and/or Federal Rules of Civil Procedure; • ■ Acknowledging that I have had the opportunity to speak with independent legal counsel of my choice before signing this agreement; • ■ Aware that this clause does not limit the liability to me of the attorney(s) engaged hereunder for his, her, or their negligence or fraud; and • ■ Aware that this clause does not prevent me from filing a disciplinary complaint with the appropriate authorities against the attorney(s) engaged hereunderxxxxxxxxx. NOTICE: By initialing in the space below, you are agreeing to have any dispute arising out of the matters included in the “Alternative Fee Dispute Resolution” provision decided by neutral binding arbitration as provided by Louisiana Arbitration Law. If you refuse to submit to arbitration after agreeing to this provision, you may be compelled to arbitrate under the authority of the Louisiana Arbitration Law. I have read and understand the foregoing and agree to submit to neutral binding arbitration disputes arising out of the matters included in the “Alternative Fee Dispute Resolution” provision. Attorney initials Client initials ADDITIONAL TERMS. Attorney Client’s Initials Attorney’s Initials PRACTICE AID GUIDE: The Essentials of Law Office Management CHAPTER 3 Fees, Billing and Client agree to the following additional terms: TERMINATION OF REPRESENTATION. I understand that I have the right to terminate the representation upon written notice to that effect. I understand that I will be responsible for any fees or costs incurred prior to the discharge or termination.Trust Accounts CHAPTER 3 Fees, Billing and Trust AccountsPage 63

ALTERNATIVE FEE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. In the event of any dispute or disagreement concerning the scope, enforceability, or interpretation of this agreement or any portion thereof, I agree to submit to arbitration by the Louisiana State Bar Association Legal Fee Dispute Resolution ProgramProgram or another mutually-agreed upon arbitration process. I understand that, by agreeing to submit to binding arbitration, I am: • Waiving my right to a trial by jury; • Waiving my right to appeal the decision; • Agreeing that all disputes regarding legal fees and expenses contracted for, charged or collected pursuant to this agreement will be submitted to binding arbitration; • Waiving my right to broad discovery under the Louisiana Code of Civil Procedure and/or Federal Rules of Civil Procedure; • Acknowledging that I have had the opportunity to speak with independent legal counsel of my choice before signing this agreement; • Aware that this clause does not limit the liability to me of the attorney(s) engaged hereunder for his, her, or their negligence or fraud; and • Aware that this clause does not prevent me from filing a disciplinary complaint with the appropriate authorities against the attorney(s) engaged hereunder. NOTICE: By initialing in the space below, you are agreeing to have any dispute arising out of the matters included in the “Alternative Fee Dispute Resolution” provision decided by neutral binding arbitration as provided by Louisiana Arbitration Law. If you refuse to submit to arbitration after agreeing to this provision, you may be compelled to arbitrate under the authority of the Louisiana Arbitration Law. I have read and understand the foregoing and agree to submit to neutral binding arbitration disputes arising out of the matters included in the “Alternative Fee Dispute Resolution” provision. Attorney initials Client initials Client’s Initials Attorney’s Initials ADDITIONAL TERMS. Attorney and Client agree to the following additional terms: TERMINATION OF REPRESENTATIONFILE RETENTION. I understand Our office will offer to deliver/surrender your file to you at the conclusion of this matter, or sooner, if representation is terminated. If you choose not to take your file at that I have time, then our office will maintain the right to terminate file for a maximum of 5 years after termination of representation, after which your file may be destroyed without further notice. Please read this document carefully. It sets forth all the representation upon written notice to that effectterms of our agreement. I understand that I will be responsible If you agree with these terms, please sign in the place provided for any fees or costs incurred prior your signature and return one signed copy to the discharge or termination.firm. You should also retain a copy for your files so that you will have a memorandum of your agreement. APPROVED AND AGREED TO THIS day of , 20 . CLIENT ATTORNEY PRACTICE AID GUIDE: The Essentials of Law Office Management CHAPTER 3 Fees, Billing and Trust Accounts CHAPTER 3 Fees, Billing and Trust Accounts Attorney-Client Fee Agreement

ALTERNATIVE FEE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. In the event of any dispute or disagreement concerning the scope, enforceability, or interpretation of this agreement or any portion thereof, I agree to submit to arbitration by the Louisiana State Bar Association Legal Fee Dispute Resolution Program. I understand that, by agreeing to submit to binding arbitration, I am: • Waiving my right to a trial by jury; • Waiving my right to appeal the decision; • Agreeing that all disputes regarding legal fees and expenses contracted for, charged or collected pursuant to this agreement will be submitted to binding arbitration; • Waiving my right to broad discovery under the Louisiana Code of Civil Procedure and/or Federal Rules of Civil Procedure; • Acknowledging that I have had the opportunity to speak with independent legal counsel of my choice before signing this agreement; • Aware that this clause does not limit the liability to me of the attorney(s) engaged hereunder for his, her, or their negligence or fraud; and • Aware that this clause does not prevent me from filing a disciplinary complaint with the appropriate authorities against the attorney(s) engaged hereunder. NOTICE: By initialing in the space below, you are agreeing to have any dispute arising out of the matters included in the “Alternative Fee Dispute Resolution” provision decided by neutral binding arbitration as provided by Louisiana Arbitration Law. If you refuse to submit to arbitration after agreeing to this provision, you may be compelled to arbitrate under the authority of the Louisiana Arbitration Law. I have read and understand the foregoing and agree to submit to neutral binding arbitration disputes arising out of the matters included in the “Alternative Fee Dispute Resolution” provision. Attorney initials Client initials Client’s Initials Attorney’s Initials ADDITIONAL TERMS. Attorney and Client agree to the following additional terms: TERMINATION OF REPRESENTATION. I understand that I have the right to terminate the representation upon written notice to that effect. I understand that I will be responsible for any fees or costs incurred prior to the discharge or termination.

ALTERNATIVE FEE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. In the event of any dispute or disagreement concerning the scope, enforceability, or interpretation of this agreement or any portion thereof, I agree to submit to arbitration by the Louisiana State Bar Association Legal Fee Dispute Resolution Program. Program I understand that, by agreeing to submit to binding arbitration, I am: • Waiving my right to a trial by jury; • Waiving my right to appeal the decision; • Agreeing that all disputes regarding legal fees and expenses contracted for, charged or collected pursuant to this agreement will be submitted to binding arbitration; • Waiving my right to broad discovery under the Louisiana Code of Civil Procedure and/or Federal PRACTICE AID GUIDE: The Essentials of Law Office Management CHAPTER 3 Fees, Billing and Trust Accounts Rules of Civil Procedure; • Acknowledging that I have had the opportunity to speak with independent legal counsel of my choice before signing this agreement; • Aware that this clause does not limit the liability to me of the attorney(s) engaged hereunder for his, her, or their negligence or fraud; and • Aware that this clause does not prevent me from filing a disciplinary complaint with the appropriate authorities against the attorney(s) engaged hereunder. .] NOTICE: By initialing in the space below, you are agreeing to have any dispute arising out of the matters included in the “Alternative Fee Dispute Resolution” provision decided by neutral binding arbitration as provided by Louisiana Arbitration Law. If you refuse to submit to arbitration after agreeing to this provision, you may be compelled to arbitrate under the authority of the Louisiana Arbitration Law. I have read and understand the foregoing and agree to submit to neutral binding arbitration disputes arising out of the matters included in the “Alternative Fee Dispute Resolution” provision. Attorney initials Client initials Client’s Initials Attorney’s Initials ADDITIONAL TERMS. Attorney and Client agree to the following additional terms: TERMINATION OF REPRESENTATIONLOUISIANA LAW. I understand that I have the right to terminate the representation upon written notice to that effect. I understand that I will This contract shall be responsible for any fees or costs incurred prior to the discharge or terminationgoverned by Louisiana law.

ALTERNATIVE FEE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. In the event of any dispute or disagreement concerning the scope, enforceability, or interpretation of this agreement or any portion thereof, I agree to submit to arbitration by the Louisiana State Bar Association Legal Fee Dispute Resolution Program. Program I understand that, by agreeing to submit to binding arbitration, I am: • ■ Waiving my right to a trial by jury; • ■ Waiving my right to appeal the decision; • ■ Agreeing that all disputes regarding legal fees and expenses contracted for, charged or collected pursuant to this agreement will be submitted to binding arbitration; • ■ Waiving my right to broad discovery under the Louisiana Code of Civil Procedure and/or Federal PRACTICE AID GUIDE: The Essentials of Law Office Management CHAPTER 3 Fees, Billing and Trust Accounts Fee Agreement and Authority to Represent Rules of Civil Procedure; • ■ Acknowledging that I have had the opportunity to speak with independent legal counsel of my choice before signing this agreement; • ■ Aware that this clause does not limit the liability to me of the attorney(s) engaged hereunder for his, her, or their negligence or fraud; and • ■ Aware that this clause does not prevent me from filing a disciplinary complaint with the appropriate authorities against the attorney(s) engaged hereunder. xxxxxxxxx.] NOTICE: By initialing in the space below, you are agreeing to have any dispute arising out of the matters included in the “Alternative Fee Dispute Resolution” provision decided by neutral binding arbitration as provided by Louisiana Arbitration Law. If you refuse to submit to arbitration after agreeing to this provision, you may be compelled to arbitrate under the authority of the Louisiana Arbitration Law. I have read and understand the foregoing and agree to submit to neutral binding arbitration disputes arising out of the matters included in the “Alternative Fee Dispute Resolution” provision. Attorney initials Client initials ADDITIONAL TERMS. Attorney and Client agree to the following additional terms: TERMINATION OF REPRESENTATION. I understand that I have the right to terminate the representation upon written notice to that effect. I understand that I will be responsible for any fees or costs incurred prior to the discharge or termination.Client’s Initials Attorney’s Initials

ALTERNATIVE FEE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. In the event of any dispute or disagreement concerning the scope, enforceability, or interpretation of this agreement or any portion thereof, I agree to submit to arbitration by the Louisiana State Bar Association Legal Fee Dispute Resolution Program. I understand that, by agreeing to submit to binding arbitration, I am: • ■ Waiving my right to a trial by jury; • ■ Waiving my right to appeal the decision; • ■ Agreeing that all disputes regarding legal fees and expenses contracted for, charged or collected pursuant to this agreement will be submitted to binding arbitration; • ■ Waiving my right to broad discovery under the Louisiana Code of Civil Procedure and/or Federal Rules of Civil Procedure; • ■ Acknowledging that I have had the opportunity to speak with independent legal counsel of my choice before signing this agreement; • ■ Aware that this clause does not limit the liability to me of the attorney(s) engaged hereunder for his, her, or their negligence or fraud; and • ■ Aware that this clause does not prevent me from filing a disciplinary complaint with the appropriate authorities against the attorney(s) engaged hereunderxxxxxxxxx. NOTICE: By initialing in the space below, you are agreeing to have any dispute arising out of the matters included in the “Alternative Fee Dispute Resolution” provision decided by neutral binding arbitration as provided by Louisiana Arbitration Law. If you refuse to submit to arbitration after agreeing to this provision, you may be compelled to arbitrate under the authority of the Louisiana Arbitration Law. I have read and understand the foregoing and agree to submit to neutral binding arbitration disputes arising out of the matters included in the “Alternative Fee Dispute Resolution” provision. Attorney initials Client initials ADDITIONAL TERMS. Attorney and Client agree to the following additional terms: TERMINATION OF REPRESENTATION. I understand that I have the right to terminate the representation upon written notice to that effect. I understand that I will be responsible for any fees or costs incurred prior to the discharge or termination.Client’s Initials Attorney’s Initials

ALTERNATIVE FEE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. In the event of any dispute or disagreement concerning the scope, enforceability, or interpretation of this agreement or any portion thereof, I agree to submit to arbitration by the Louisiana State Bar Association Legal Fee Dispute Resolution Program. I understand that, by agreeing to submit to binding arbitration, I am: • ■ Waiving my right to a trial by jury; • ■ Waiving my right to appeal the decision; • ■ Agreeing that all disputes regarding legal fees and expenses contracted for, charged or collected pursuant to this agreement will be submitted to binding arbitration; • ■ Waiving my right to broad discovery under the Louisiana Code of Civil Procedure and/or Federal Rules of Civil Procedure; • ■ Acknowledging that I have had the opportunity to speak with independent legal counsel of my choice before signing this agreement; • ■ Aware that this clause does not limit the liability to me of the attorney(s) engaged hereunder for his, her, or their negligence or fraud; and • ■ Aware that this clause does not prevent me from filing a disciplinary complaint with the appropriate authorities against the attorney(s) engaged hereunderxxxxxxxxx. NOTICE: By initialing in the space below, you are agreeing to have any dispute arising out of the matters included in the “Alternative Fee Dispute Resolution” provision decided by neutral binding arbitration as provided by Louisiana Arbitration Law. If you refuse to submit to arbitration after agreeing to this provision, you may be compelled to arbitrate under the authority of the Louisiana Arbitration Law. I have read and understand the foregoing and agree to submit to neutral binding arbitration disputes arising out of the matters included in the “Alternative Fee Dispute Resolution” provision. Attorney initials Client initials Client’s Initials Attorney’s Initials 5. ADDITIONAL TERMS. Attorney and Client agree to the following additional terms: TERMINATION OF REPRESENTATION. I understand that I have the right to terminate the representation upon written notice to that effect. I understand that I will be responsible for any fees or costs incurred prior to the discharge or termination.PRACTICE AID GUIDE: The Essentials of Law Office Management CHAPTER 3 Fees, Billing and Trust Accounts

ALTERNATIVE FEE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. In the event of any dispute or disagreement concerning the scope, enforceability, or interpretation of this agreement or any portion thereof, I agree to submit to arbitration by the Louisiana State Bar Association Legal Fee Dispute Resolution Program. I understand that, by agreeing to submit to binding arbitration, I am: • Waiving my right to a trial by jury; • Waiving my right to appeal the decision; • Agreeing that all disputes regarding legal fees and expenses contracted for, charged or collected pursuant to this agreement will be submitted to binding arbitration; • Waiving my right to broad discovery under the Louisiana Code of Civil Procedure and/or Federal Rules of Civil Procedure; • Acknowledging that I have had the opportunity to speak with independent legal counsel of my choice before signing this agreement; • Aware that this clause does not limit the liability to me of the attorney(s) engaged hereunder for his, her, or their negligence or fraud; and • Aware that this clause does not prevent me from filing a disciplinary complaint with the appropriate authorities against the attorney(s) engaged hereunder. NOTICE: By initialing in the space below, you are agreeing to have any dispute arising out of the matters included in the “Alternative Fee Dispute Resolution” provision decided by neutral binding arbitration as provided by Louisiana Arbitration Law. If you refuse to submit to arbitration after agreeing to this provision, you may be compelled to arbitrate under the authority of the Louisiana Arbitration Law. I have read and understand the foregoing and agree to submit to neutral binding arbitration disputes arising out of the matters included in the “Alternative Fee Dispute Resolution” provision. Attorney initials Client initials Client’s Initials Attorney’s Initials ADDITIONAL TERMS. Attorney and Client agree to the following additional terms: TERMINATION OF REPRESENTATIONLOUISIANA LAW. I understand that I have the right to terminate the representation upon written notice to that effect. I understand that I will This contract shall be responsible for any fees or costs incurred prior to the discharge or terminationgoverned by Louisiana law.

ALTERNATIVE FEE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. In the event of any dispute or disagreement concerning the scope, enforceability, or interpretation of this agreement or any portion thereof, I agree to submit to arbitration by the Louisiana State Bar Association Legal Fee Dispute Resolution ProgramProgram or another mutually-agreed upon arbitration process. I understand that, by agreeing to submit to binding arbitration, I am: • Waiving my right to a trial by jury; • Waiving my right to appeal the decision; • Agreeing that all disputes regarding legal fees and expenses contracted for, charged or collected pursuant to this agreement will be submitted to binding arbitration; • Waiving my right to broad discovery under the Louisiana Code of Civil Procedure and/or Federal Rules of Civil Procedure; • Acknowledging that I have had the opportunity to speak with independent legal counsel of my choice before signing this agreement; • Aware that this clause does not limit the liability to me of the attorney(s) engaged hereunder for his, her, or their negligence or fraud; and • Aware that this clause does not prevent me from filing a disciplinary complaint with the appropriate authorities against the attorney(s) engaged hereunder. NOTICE: By initialing in the space below, you are agreeing to have any dispute arising out of the matters included in the “Alternative Fee Dispute Resolution” provision decided by neutral binding arbitration as provided by Louisiana Arbitration Law. If you refuse to submit to arbitration after agreeing to this provision, you may be compelled to arbitrate under the authority of the Louisiana Arbitration Law. I have read and understand the foregoing and agree to submit to neutral binding arbitration disputes arising out of the matters included in the “Alternative Fee Dispute Resolution” provision. Attorney initials Client initials Client’s Initials Attorney’s Initials ADDITIONAL TERMS. Attorney and Client agree to the following additional terms: TERMINATION OF REPRESENTATIONFILE RETENTION. I understand Our office will offer to deliver/surrender your file to you at the conclusion of this matter, or sooner, if representation is terminated. If you choose not to take your file at that I have thime, then our office will maintain the right to terminate file for a maximum of 5 years after termination of representation, after which your file may be destroyed without further notice. Please read this document carefully. It sets forth all the representation upon written notice to that effectterms of our agreement. I understand that I will be responsible If you agree with these terms, please sign in the place provided for any fees or costs incurred prior your signature and return one signed copy to the discharge or termination.firm. You should also retain a copy for your files so that you will have a memorandum of your agreement. APPROVED AND AGREED TO THIS day of , 20 . CLIENT ATTORNEY PRACTICE AID GUIDE: The Essentials of Law Office Management CHAPTER 3 Fees, Billing and Trust Accounts CHAPTER 3 Fees, Billing and Trust Accounts Attorney-Client Fee Agreement

ALTERNATIVE FEE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. In the event of any dispute or disagreement concerning the scope, enforceability, or interpretation of this agreement or any portion thereof, I agree to submit to arbitration by the Louisiana State Bar Association Legal Fee Dispute Resolution Program. Program I understand that, by agreeing to submit to binding arbitration, I am: • Waiving my right to a trial by jury; • Waiving my right to appeal the decision; • Agreeing that all disputes regarding legal fees and expenses contracted for, charged or collected pursuant to this agreement will be submitted to binding arbitration; • Waiving my right to broad discovery under the Louisiana Code of Civil Procedure and/or Federal PRACTICE AID GUIDE: The Essentials of Law Office Management CHAPTER 3 Fees, Billing and Trust Accounts Rules of Civil Procedure; • Acknowledging that I have had the opportunity to speak with independent legal counsel of my choice before signing this agreement; • Aware that this clause does not limit the liability to me of the attorney(s) engaged hereunder for his, her, or their negligence or fraud; and • Aware that this clause does not prevent me from filing a disciplinary complaint with the appropriate authorities against the attorney(s) engaged hereunder. xxxxxxxxx.] NOTICE: By initialing in the space below, you are agreeing to have any dispute arising out of the matters included in the “Alternative Fee Dispute Resolution” provision decided by neutral binding arbitration as provided by Louisiana Arbitration Law. If you refuse to submit to arbitration after agreeing to this provision, you may be compelled to arbitrate under the authority of the Louisiana Arbitration Law. I have read and understand the foregoing and agree to submit to neutral binding arbitration disputes arising out of the matters included in the “Alternative Fee Dispute Resolution” provision. Attorney initials Client initials Client’s Initials Attorney’s Initials ADDITIONAL TERMS. Attorney and Client agree to the following additional terms: TERMINATION OF REPRESENTATIONLOUISIANA LAW. I understand that I have the right to terminate the representation upon written notice to that effect. I understand that I will This contract shall be responsible for any fees or costs incurred prior to the discharge or terminationgoverned by Louisiana law.