Defence lawyers charge fees for their services as well as for representing their clients in court.

Legal Consultancy Fees :

Fees are agreed with the client and may be set out in a formal agreement. Fees are calculated as either a fixed sum or on the basis of actual time spent and may include a success fee.

Fees of representation in court :

Fees and legal expenses payable to Avocat-Défenseurs are governed by Sovereign Ordinance No. 15.173 of 8 January 2002.

Services provided by Avocat-Défenseurs related to their specific activity, as defined in the regulations applicable to their profession, are exempt from VAT.