Conditional Fee Agreement Template for South Africa

1. Multiple Party Provisions: Required when there are multiple clients or parties involved in the matter

2. Disbursements: Detailed section on how disbursements will be handled and charged, if not included in the main fee structure

3. Insurance Arrangements: Required when there is adverse costs insurance or other relevant insurance in place

4. Settlement Authority: Optional provisions regarding the attorney's authority to settle the matter

5. Conflict Resolution: Detailed dispute resolution procedures beyond the standard court jurisdiction

6. File Retention: Specific provisions about retention of files and documents after the matter concludes

1. Schedule A - Fee Calculation: Detailed breakdown of normal fees, hourly rates, and success fee calculations

2. Schedule B - Success Criteria Details: Detailed explanation and examples of what constitutes success in the matter

3. Schedule C - Disbursements Schedule: List of anticipated disbursements and how they will be handled

4. Appendix 1 - Client Care Letter: Standard client care information as required by the Law Society

5. Appendix 2 - Risk Assessment: Assessment of the risks involved in the matter and likelihood of success

6. Appendix 3 - Comparison of Fee Arrangements: Comparison between conditional fee arrangement and traditional fee arrangements as required by the Contingency Fees Act