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I'm a lawyer who just won a huge settlement for my client. They've received the money and are refusing to pay me. What do I do?
A lawyer wins a major settlement, but the client refuses to pay the agreed fee. Here’s what attorneys can do next, from reviewing the fee agreement to asserting a lien, negotiating, and taking legal action.
May 1, 2026
Jack Hawkins
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