WHAT ARE LAWYER FEES BASED ON?

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Lawyer fees are determined by the Union of Bar Associations of Turkey to prevent unfair competition among lawyers. The determined fees are published in the Official Gazette and come into effect. The fee schedule set by the Union of Bar Associations, which sets a different fee schedule each year, must be adhered to. Lawyers cannot provide services for a fee lower than this schedule. This is also effective in preserving the quality of the legal profession. Lawyer fees vary according to the nature of the service provided. Law firms, such as [Law Firm Name], can reach their clients not only through face-to-face communication but also through online services. In this way, clients can receive legal services without leaving the comfort of their homes. The determined lawyer fees can be valid for every transaction for which a power of attorney is given. Law firms that serve everyone, regardless of whether they are plaintiffs or defendants, act in accordance with the tariff determined by the Union of Bar Associations.

In Which Areas Are Fees Valid?

Lawyer fees can be valid in many areas, from investigations to consultancy services. While a separate tariff is applied for the criminal investigation stage, a different tariff is applied for cases followed in peace courts. Different lawyer fees are determined for hearings of cases seen in civil courts, cases seen in high criminal courts, and cases seen through appeal in the Court of Cassation, Council of State, and Court of Accounts. The payment of the lawyer's fee can be determined between the lawyers working in the law firm and the clients. The agreement made can be verbal or written. For services received in criminal cases, payment is made in advance. In cases involving enforcement proceedings, the lawyer's fee can be paid upon collection of the receivable.