How Contingency Fees Work at Jason Ranallo Law
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At Jason Ranallo Law in Dedham, MA, there is no case too large and no case too small. We fight for everyday people; not powerful corporations and we believe your ability to hire a lawyer should never depend on the size of your bank account.
That’s why we work on a contingency fee basis.
What Is a Contingency Fee?
When a personal injury lawyer works on a contingency fee:
- You do not pay any upfront legal fees.
- The attorney’s fee is taken as a percentage of the compensation recovered through a settlement or verdict.
- If there is no recovery, you do not owe attorney’s fees.
In short:
You only pay if we win your case.
If you or a loved one was injured because of someone else’s actions or negligence, Jason Ranallo Law can help pursue the full and fair compensation you deserve—without upfront costs. Getting started is easy and begins with a free case evaluation.
What Are the Benefits of Contingency Fees?
Attorneys working on contingency are motivated to take on cases they believe they can win, either through settlement or at trial. At the outset, we carefully review:
- The facts and evidence
- The likely outcome
- The costs and resources required to pursue the case
This approach helps ensure that both you and your attorney are investing in a case with real potential.
Let’s look at the key advantages.
1. Access to Justice for All
Legal representation can be expensive, and many people hesitate to call a lawyer because they worry about hourly rates and retainers—especially when they’re already dealing with:
- Medical bills
- Lost income
- Everyday living expenses
With a contingency fee arrangement:
- No money is required upfront to hire us.
- You can move forward with your claim without adding to your financial stress.
Because we only get paid if we win, you can seek justice without the risk of going deeper into debt.
2. Aligning the Attorney’s Interests with Yours
The contingency fee structure ties our success directly to yours.
- Our payment depends on a successful outcome.
- Our fee is a percentage of the settlement or verdict, so we are motivated to pursue the highest possible recovery, not just the quickest one.
This alignment means your attorney is fully invested in your case and committed to getting the best result possible.
3. Leveling the Playing Field
Without contingency fees, many individuals would be unable to stand up to:
- Large insurance companies
- Corporations
- Other well-funded defendants
These entities often have teams of lawyers and extensive resources. By working on a contingency basis, Jason Ranallo Law helps level the playing field, giving you access to experienced representation capable of going up against powerful opponents.
You can feel confident knowing cost is not the barrier between you and a strong legal team.
4. Focus on Merit, Not Just Money
Because we only get paid if we recover compensation, we focus on cases with real merit.
Before agreeing to represent you, we:
- Evaluate the strength of the evidence
- Consider liability and damages
- Assess the likelihood of success
If we take your case, it’s because we believe there is a genuine claim and a real opportunity for recovery. You can trust that we are not just “taking a shot in the dark”—we believe in your case.
5. Financial Flexibility During a Difficult Time
Injury and accident victims often face serious financial pressure. A contingency fee offers important flexibility:
- No hourly billing to worry about
- No retainer you have to come up with at the beginning
- Legal fees are paid out of the settlement or verdict, not out of your pocket upfront
This allows you to:
- Focus on healing and your family
- Keep up with your other financial obligations
- Avoid the stress of immediate legal costs
6. Transparency and Trust
Our contingency fee model is designed to be clear and straightforward.
- The fee percentage and how costs are handled are explained in writing in the retainer agreement.
- You’ll know how fees are calculated and when they’re paid before you sign.
Because our financial interests are tied to the outcome of your case, you can be confident we are working hard on your behalf.
7. Who Pays If We Don’t Win?
In a typical contingency fee agreement at Jason Ranallo Law:
- If we do not win your case, you do not owe attorney’s fees.
- Some case-related expenses (such as filing fees, expert reports, or copying costs) may be handled separately, and we’ll explain exactly how that works before you agree to representation.
This structure allows you to pursue your rights without taking on additional financial risk. We assume the financial risk of pursuing your case and only recover our fee if we are successful.
Attorney Ranallo Can Help
Jason Ranallo’s commitment to contingency fees comes from a belief in:
- Justice and fairness
- Client advocacy
- Accessible legal representation for everyone, regardless of income
By eliminating upfront attorney’s fees and tying our compensation to results, we empower you to seek justice without fear of financial burden. You get the benefit of our experience, strategy, and dedication knowing that we only get paid when you do.
If you or a loved one has been injured or wronged:
- You don’t need an expensive retainer.
- You don’t pay by the hour.
- With Jason Ranallo Law, you only pay if we win.
Contact Jason Ranallo Law
Ready to find out if you have a case?
Call:
781-344-6200
Email:
jmr@jasonranallolaw.com
Contact us today for a free, no-obligation case evaluation and learn how we can help you move forward.
