Retention: I hereby constitute and appoint DAVID T. SHULICK, ESQUIRE (“DTS”) as my attorney to represent me to prosecute a claim for personal injuries and/or economic damages or other damages against ALL LIABLE ENTITIES.
Attorneys’ Fees and Costs: I hereby agree that I/WE shall compensate my attorney at the hourly rate of $550.00 per hour, plus all out of pocket costs expended by my Attorney.
Retainer and Billing: I understand that my Attorney may request an up-front retainer to be paid in advance and to be kept on file as the matter progresses. I further understand that my Attorney will provide me with monthly invoices for all time expended on the matter and all associated amounts charged and all fees due shall be payable upon demand. I agree that if I do not pay said invoices promptly my Attorney has my express permission to withdraw his/her representation even if the matter is proceeding in Court and I consent to my attorney filing a Withdrawal of Appearance in his/her sole discretion if deemed necessary. All unpaid invoices shall accrue interest at the rate of 1.5% per month until paid. I shall be liable for all attorneys fees and costs incurred to collect any unpaid invoices.
Additional: This Agreement was made in Pennsylvania. This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding as to billings, charges, costs, fees and invoicing by my Attorney. Any modifications to this Agreement must be in writing signed by my Attorney. I further understand that any disputes regarding my Attorney’s representation, the legal services performed, or any other claim I may have against my Attorney shall be solely and exclusively arbitrated in the American Arbitration Association with a three arbitrator panel. I have had ample opportunity to review this Agreement with any Attorney I choose before agreeing to the same. I understand that my Attorney is relying on this Agreement. I understand that this arbitration provision does not apply to any action by my Attorney against me/us for legal fees and costs due hereunder.
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