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Knowing the difference between a referral attorney and a handling attorney is essential. And four main ways exist to tell the difference. The referral lawyer is a lawyer that remains outside your lead counsel. Generally, the litigator or trial attorney advances litigation. A referral lawyer can play various roles, from rainmaking to getting the client’s contact information. Here, the duties of litigation get passed to another lawyer.
So if the referral attorney plays a secondary role, they might gather records. Or they help deal with client meetings to free the leading advocate to work on the case file.
No clear-cut answers reveal themselves if a client should have a referral counsel involved. The secondary rep can help assist. Also, they help you communicate. And they can assist in selecting a handling firm qualified to handle the type of case. They can also act as legal counsel to discuss your potential matter.
The client should know whether they are dealing with a referring attorney or a handling lawyer, and four easy steps can be used to determine which expert is hired.
This fee is a decision that should be yours. And never leave this up to the “suits” unless you agree. California public policy favors paying a referral fee. And this exists for many reasons. One of these bar members has inside connections into the legal fraternity. They can help you find the most qualified representative. And they will still stay involved in the case and get a fee. So no downside exists to getting a referral.
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