The National Crime Victim Law Institute (NCVLI) makes no warranty, express or implied, regarding any information it may provide via this sample agreement. This sample is intended for educational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice; nor...Pro Bono Representation Agreement • March 10th, 2016
Contract Type FiledMarch 10th, 2016This letter is addressed to you, [Victim Name], and you will be my client for the purpose of this representation. Because you are a minor, I am asking that your parents, [Names], also sign this representation agreement, giving their consent to my representation of you. In signing this letter, your parents agree and acknowledge that you are my client (not them) and that you will control the representation and assertion of your victims’ rights in this matter. Similarly, in signing this letter, your parents agree and acknowledge that I owe a duty of confidentiality to you and that there may be things I will not be able to discuss with them because of this duty.