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Civil Litigation Costs and Fees
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Attorney's Fees
Payments made to lawyers for legal services performed on behalf of a client. These may be charged on an hourly, flat-rate, or contingency basis, depending on the agreement and nature of the case.
Filing Fee
A mandatory payment required for submitting official documents to a court or administrative body. The filing fee is imposed at the inception of a lawsuit to cover the court's administrative costs.
Service of Process Fee
This fee is paid to a party or a professional process server for delivering legal documents, such as summonses, complaints, and subpoenas, to involved parties in a legal case.
Expert Witness Fee
Compensation provided to a qualified expert who may be called upon to testify at trial based on their specialized knowledge or expertise. The fee covers their time, effort, and contribution to the case.
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