Quote Originally Posted by Catty1

What a stupid shame! He sounded like a great guy too - why not just bill them AFTER the case is over and make payment arrangements???
Maybe because, like the rest of the world, he has bills to pay, mouths to feed, etc.

Rule number 1- get your fee upfront.
Rule number 2- see rule number 1.

Most of us cannot afford to work for free. It sounds harsh, but, it is true.