Setting a contingency fee to the exclusion of any fee for work done

This decision provides important insight into your property law. Here is what it changes for you.

The situation

Setting a contingency fee to the exclusion of any fee for work done contravenes the provisions of Article 10 of the Law of 31 December 1971

What the law says

This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.

Key points to remember

• Strictly comply with statutory time limits for appeals
• Keep all your supporting documents (title deeds, instruments, correspondence)
• Plan ahead: preventive advice always costs less than litigation

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