The contingency fee pays the lawyer only for his time and effort. The client has to pay for the costs. There are two ways the costs can be handled. First, the client can pay them up front. Second, the lawyer can pay the costs, and be reimbursed out of the settlement or verdict if the case is successful.
Some lawyers advance costs.
The client should be sure to find out before hiring the attorney. The Law Offices of David H. Greenberg handles cases throughout California. Outside of California, it handles cases only is special instances. The Law Offices of David H. Greenberg maintains a network of employment law attorneys throughout the Unites States. It will in the proper circumstances provide referrals to attorneys outside California.