Document background
The General Retainer Agreement serves as the foundational document establishing a professional relationship between legal service providers and their clients in Canada. This agreement is essential when a client seeks to secure ongoing legal services, whether for general matters or specific areas of law. It details the terms of engagement, including service scope, fee structures, communication protocols, and mutual obligations, while ensuring compliance with provincial law society rules and regulations. The document is particularly important as it helps prevent misunderstandings by clearly defining the attorney-client relationship, billing practices, and service expectations. A well-drafted General Retainer Agreement also addresses crucial aspects such as conflict checks, confidentiality obligations, and file management procedures, providing both parties with clear guidelines for their professional relationship.
