Koskie | Law

Fees & Billing

Transparent. Fair. Straightforward.

At Koskie | Law, we believe legal services should be delivered with integrity—and that includes how we charge for them. We’re committed to clear communication about fees, so you always know what to expect and why.

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Our Approach to Fees

Legal work varies widely in complexity, time, and unpredictability. While we can offer flat rates for some routine matters, most legal issues are dynamic—and so are the costs involved.

Here’s how we handle it:

• For routine services like basic wills, real estate transactions, or incorporating a company, we may quote a flat fee.
• For most matters, especially court proceedings, costs depend on the time, skill, and resources required. Because of the uncertainty involved, we typically do not quote fixed fees in advance unless the work is highly standardized.
• In some cases, fees are set by law or the courts—for example, certain estate matters or matters involving minors.
• In litigation, even if you’re successful, you are unlikely to recover all of your legal fees. If you are unsuccessful, you may be ordered to pay part of the other party’s costs—an important risk we will always discuss with you in advance.

Before we begin work, you’ll receive a retainer agreement or letter of engagement outlining our rates and terms. Fees may change over time, but you’ll always be informed.

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Retainers & Billing

We typically ask for a retainer at the beginning of your matter—essentially a deposit for time and expenses. Additional deposits may be required as the file progresses, especially for court or third-party disbursements.

We bill regularly and provide detailed invoices showing:

• Time spent
• Services performed
• Disbursements made
• Applicable taxes (GST/PST)

Unpaid balances are subject to interest at 2% per month, compounded monthly (26.8% per annum) from the invoice date.

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Questions About Your Bill?

We encourage clients to reach out with questions at any time. We’re happy to walk you through your bill and explain any part of it. In the event of a dispute, clients also have the right to apply to the Court of King’s Bench to have a bill reviewed (known as “taxation”)—generally within 30 days of receiving it.

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Legal services aren’t one-size-fits-all—and neither are legal fees. Our commitment is to provide value, clarity, and trusted advice every step of the way.

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