CONTRACT FOR LEGAL SERVICES

This Contract for Legal Services is entered into this ______________________, by and between:

______________________________, of legal age, United States citizen, with address at

_______________________________________, hereinafter referred to as "CLIENT';

-and-

WITNESSETH

WHEREAS, the COUNSEL is engaged in the practice of law and the rendering of legal
services, such as, but not limited to, litigation in court, appearance before legislative, quasi-
judicial or administrative bodies, preparations of pleadings, review of contracts, corporate
housekeeping, and other similar legal activities;

WHEREAS, the CLIENT intends to engage the services of COUNSEL in all matters

WHEREAS, the CLIENT intends to engage the services of COUNSEL to represent her
interests and render any legal services required, such as, but not limited to, litigation in court or
appearance before legislative, quasi-judicial or administrative bodies or officials, as well as other
services;

WHEREAS, the COUNSEL agrees to represent the CLIENT in pursuit of asserting her
rights and interests from the time of the execution of this CONTRACT until such time that
amicable settlements or a formal agreement has been reached between the CLIENT or any
party(ies) that has interests in her property, or until such time that this CONTRACT shall have
been terminated by other cause which qualifies such;

WHEREAS, COUNSEL expresses her willingness to render the above-mentioned

services to the CLIENT subject to the same terms and conditions specified herein;

NOW, THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the foregoing premises, the parties
hereby constitute the following terms to govern their contract:

I. LEGAL FEES1. For and in consideration of the services performed, the CLIENT agrees to pay
COUNSEL the following OUT OF COURT legal fees:

For this purpose, COUNSEL shall provide a complete and faithful account of billings and charges
due to the CLIENT. Except for the payment of acceptance fee, CLIENT is given a maximum of
ten (10) days from receipt of Billing Statement to effect payment.

II. COST AND EXPENSES. In addition to paying the stated legal fees, CLIENT shall reimburse
COUNSEL for all costs and expenses incurred by COUNSEL which is not covered by the above-
mentioned legal fees, including, but not limited to, request and processing of documents from
private and government agencies, process servers’ fees, fees fixed by law or assessed by courts or
other agencies, court reporters’ fees, postage, expert witness fees and other similar services which
is reasonably necessary to the furtherance of the case. CLIENT authorizes COUNSEL to incur all
reasonable costs and to hire any investigators, consultants, or experts, as may be applicable and
reasonably necessary in the COUNSEL’S judgment.

III. NON-GUARANTEE OF LITIGATION SUCCESS. By entering into this Contract,

CLIENT acknowledges and agrees that this contract is not a guarantee or warranty of any specific
outcome or success in any legal matter or litigation pursued by COUNSEL on behalf of the
CLIENT. The outcome of legal proceedings is influenced by various factors, including but not
limited to, the facts of the case, applicable laws, court decisions, and the discretion of the judge.
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COUNSEL makes no representations or promises regarding the ultimate success or results of any
legal action and does not assume liability for any unfavorable outcome.

IV. DILIGENT PERFORMANCE OF LEGAL SERVICES. COUNSEL undertakes to

perform the legal services required under this contract with utmost diligence and to the best of her
ability. COUNSEL shall exercise professional skill, knowledge, and judgment to represent the
CLIENT’S interests effectively. CLIENT acknowledges that legal outcomes can be influenced by
various factors, and while COUNSEL is committed to achieving the best possible results, no
specific results can be guaranteed.

V. CONFIDENTIALITY. COUNSEL shall maintain the confidentiality of all information and

documents received from the CLIENT in accordance with attorney-client privilege and applicable
laws.

VI. DURATION OF LEGAL SERVICES. The legal services provided under this contract shall
commence upon COUNSEL’S receipt of stated acceptance fee and shall continue until the
completion of the case, including all necessary and related tasks, or until the occurrence of any of
the following events:

1. Mutual Termination: This contract may be terminated by mutual written agreement of

both parties.
2. Client Termination: CLIENT may terminate this contract at any time upon providing
written notice to COUNSEL. CLIENT shall be responsible for fees and expenses
incurred up to the termination date.
3. Counsel Termination: COUNSEL may terminate this contract with written notice to
CLIENT if, in COUNSEL’S professional judgment, it becomes impractical, unethical, or
otherwise unadvisable to continue the representation. COUNSEL shall provide
reasonable notice and will assist CLIENT in the transition to another legal counsel as
necessary.
4. Completion of Legal Services: The legal services shall be considered completed upon the
resolution of the matter or at the conclusion of the representation as defined by the
specific engagement.

VII. DISCHARGE AND WITHDRAWAL. The CLIENT cannot withdraw or settle their
complaints without the express consent of the COUNSEL pursuant to the Special Power of
Attorney executed by herein parties.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, both parties have hereunto affixed their signatures this
_______________________ at ________________, Philippines

COUNSEL

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