Matters Of Principle And Your Money

There are two types of matters of principle. The first type starts with you saying to your lawyer, “It is not about the money…” This is often about the money or comes to focus on the money as the legal action progresses. The second type starts with you saying to your lawyer something like, “I know this is not a sensible course of action but…” This usually involves personal insult, family honour, accusations that you are a lousy driver or not good in bed or variations on conflicts which result in hurt feelings and a desire for revenge. Although there are lawyers who are prepared to litigate on your behalf at no charge, the “payment up front” business model remains the preferred method for lawyers in matters of principle. Some clients are driven to legal action by their spouses, families or what other people think. You will find your lawyer focusing on the total cost of the proceedings rather than discussing payment plans or other forms of finance to ease the financial b