A Client Who Is Unable to Resolve a Fee Dispute

question 44

Multiple Choice

A client who is unable to resolve a fee dispute with a lawyer can have the lawyer's bill reviewed by a court official.These court officials have the power to

• A) impose fines on either the client or the lawyer.
• B) order that a lawyer be taken into custody.
• C) decide that the bill is too high and reduce it accordingly.
• D) require that the client and lawyer attend fee mediation.
• E) authorize compensation to be paid by the provincial law society.

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The process by which individuals develop their understanding of right and wrong, often influenced by personal experiences and societal norms.

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