Calculator, checked in 2026
Contingency fee calculator
See how a contingency fee percentage and case expenses affect what the client receives.
Rules last checked in 2026. General information only.
Enter the settlement or judgment amount, the fee percentage in your agreement and any case expenses. The tool shows the fee and an estimate of what you would receive.
Under ABA Model Rule 1.5(c), a contingency fee agreement must be in writing, signed by the client, and state whether expenses are deducted before or after the fee is calculated. Your agreement controls.
This content is general information, not legal advice. Deadlines and rules change and vary by state; your situation needs to be reviewed with your documents.
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