Attorney Fee Structures

Schedule eligible contingent fees over time with a properly established attorney fee structure

ATTORNEY FEE PLANNINGAttorney Fee Structures Can Help Schedule Eligible Contingent Fees Over Time

An attorney fee structure may allow eligible contingent fees to be received through scheduled payments rather than as a single lump sum. The arrangement must be established before the settlement is finalized. Tax treatment depends on the specific facts, governing law, and documentation, so attorneys should consult their own tax and legal advisors.

A fee structure can create a scheduled stream of future payments that may help align income with recurring business expenses, education costs, retirement planning, or other anticipated needs. Available payment designs and ownership options depend on the selected product and case documentation.

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Potential Benefits of Structuring Attorney Fees

Planning Flexibility for Eligible Contingent Fees

Evaluate payment timing, product features, and professional advice before making a decision.

Attorney fee structures may support cash-flow, tax, financial, and estate planning when they are properly established. An attorney may be able to structure all or part of an eligible fee even when the client does not choose a structured settlement. Product features, payment guarantees, index-linked interest potential, fees, limitations, and tax treatment vary. Review the applicable product materials and consult independent tax, legal, and financial advisors.

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