Contingency Retainer Agreement Template for New Zealand

1. Multiple Party Provisions: Required when representing multiple clients in the same matter, addressing potential conflicts and fee splitting

2. Third Party Funding: Needed when litigation funding is involved, describing the relationship with funders

3. Appeal Proceedings: Included when the scope may extend to appeal proceedings, specifying whether these are covered under the same or different fee arrangements

4. Referral Arrangements: Required when there are referral relationships with other professionals or firms

5. Alternative Fee Arrangements: Used when offering alternative payment options if contingency conditions are not met

6. International Elements: Required for matters involving multiple jurisdictions or international aspects

1. Schedule 1 - Fee Calculation Examples: Detailed examples showing how the contingency fee will be calculated in various scenarios

2. Schedule 2 - Disbursements Schedule: List of anticipated disbursements and their estimated costs

3. Schedule 3 - Client Authority Form: Standard form for client authorization and consent to specific actions

4. Schedule 4 - Key Personnel: List of key lawyers and staff assigned to the matter with their roles

5. Appendix A - Relevant Court Guidelines: Any applicable court guidelines or rules regarding contingency fees

6. Appendix B - Client Care Information: Standard client care information required by the NZ Law Society