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Paid $5K Retainer to Attorney Who Did Nothing — Wants to Keep It

Started by retainer_refund_fight · Nov 14, 2025 · 7 replies
For informational purposes only. This is not legal advice.
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retainer_refund_fightOP

Looking for advice on this situation. Paid $5K Retainer to Attorney Who Did Nothing - Wants to Keep It Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.

Details: I'm in a situation where I need to understand my legal options. Has anyone dealt with something similar?

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Amanda_IPLawAttorney

Professional malpractice claims have shorter statutes of limitation than most people realize. In many states it's 1-2 years from discovery. Don't wait.

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TechFounderMike

Professional malpractice claims have shorter statutes of limitation than most people realize. In many states it's 1-2 years from discovery. Don't wait.

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TechFounderMike

Professional malpractice claims have shorter statutes of limitation than most people realize. In many states it's 1-2 years from discovery. Don't wait.

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TenantLawyer_ChicagoAttorney

Professional malpractice claims have shorter statutes of limitation than most people realize. In many states it's 1-2 years from discovery. Don't wait.

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PayPalPain

Professional malpractice claims have shorter statutes of limitation than most people realize. In many states it's 1-2 years from discovery. Don't wait.

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PayPalPain

Always have a written engagement letter that clearly defines scope, deliverables, timeline, and fees. It protects both sides and prevents 90% of professional disputes.

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retainer_refund_fightOP

Update: Thanks everyone for the guidance. I consulted with an attorney and we're moving forward. The advice here helped me understand what questions to ask and what to expect. Will update when there's a resolution.

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