Posted by Anonymous on 6/11/05 6:26pm
Msg #43996

URGENT - Fees For An Attorney

May be a dumb question... so I'm sorry... but I'm really new. What would you charge as a base fee to an attorney who wanted to use your services for their clients? They're in my city, so very close. I was thinking $50 base fee and then $10 per ack/signature, etc. Does that sound too high? Too low? Any input would be greatly appreciated.
THANX!

Reply by Anne_SoCA on 6/11/05 6:37pm
Msg #43997

Why don't you ask the attorney what they were thinking of paying you before you offer anything. They might be thinking a lot higher than you! Or, if they're not, you can decide if it's worth your while.

Just a thought. Good luck

Reply by Kimberly_IN on 6/11/05 6:55pm
Msg #43999

That's what I do with new companies, I ask what they think would be a fair fee. Most of the time, their idea of pay is higher than mine..which turns out great!

Reply by TAgey_VA on 6/11/05 7:00pm
Msg #44001

I would keep my base fees the same for all professional purposes. I do charge a higher fee for Title Companies, Lenders, and Mortgage Companies (only because SS do not pay as well and the others are will to pay). I would quote the fees that I use for the Title companies and such.

Just my two cents.

Reply by John_NorCal on 6/11/05 10:48pm
Msg #44019

When I used to notarize trusts for an attorney, I use to charge a minimum of $135.00 that fee went up if there were a lot of docs to about $175.00

Reply by Ann on 6/12/05 12:58am
Msg #44033

Sounds good to me. GOod Luck

Reply by ANN on 6/12/05 1:01am
Msg #44035

After reading the messages, I agree w/someone that I would ask the attorney what was he thinking first. It will probably be higher.

Reply by Anonymous on 6/12/05 3:21pm
Msg #44091

THANX EVERYONE FOR YOUR HELP! I REALLY APPRECIATE IT!