contingency fee

noun

1. a lawyer's fee that only becomes payable if the case is successful

Example Sentences

He said he built his business on contingency fees based on the additional money his adjusters collect for a client.

From Los Angeles Times

The rise of contingency fee cases kicked off a new wave of lobbying across the nation.

From New York Times

In earlier questioning, Carroll said the lawyers were relying solely on contingency fees.

From Seattle Times

Past examples of contingency fee arrangements show how lucrative they can be if a case is successful.

From Reuters

Kaplan said her client was preparing for trial recently when she recalled hearing that her lawyers, who were operating on a contingency fee basis, had also secured funding from a nonprofit organization.

From Washington Times