Billing according to this category is much more dependent on the type of case. It is generally more possible to set a fixed fee on assignments which have clear problem definitions and defined research parameters as in the case of particular record searches. The all encompassing fee would include any disbursements incurred in the conduct of the case, a base amount which would be calculated into the flat fee quoted. Please contact our office with details on your case for a quote on this type of fee if this is something you, as a client, may be interested in. Each case would need to be assessed separately.
Contingency fees are contingent on the outcome of the assignment.
Should the assignment not conclude to completion of distribution of the estate, then no fee nor disbursements would be payable to us and we would assume the responsibility of all fees and expenses. Depending upon their amount of benefit, upon locating the relevant heirs and beneficiaries they would be asked to formally agree to a percentage-based fee. Please contact our office with details on your case and particulars on the contingency fee arrangement if this is something you, as client, may be interested in. Only heir-client cases would be considered for this fee option. Billing arrangements in this category reflect those cases where it is anticipated that the work may be significant and both client and genealogist agree that control needs to be maintained on the work and the resulting cost outlays.