Contingency Fee Calculator

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Model the difference between a 33%, 35%, and 40% contingency fee, then subtract case costs to see what the client may actually net after settlement. Calculators are especially useful when you want to compare two quotes with different structures or when a lawyer gives you an hourly rate without a clear total-fee estimate.

Contingency Fee Calculator Tool

Model the difference between a 33%, 35%, and 40% contingency fee, then subtract case costs to see what the client may actually net after settlement.

Enter the settlement figure, fee percentage, and case costs to estimate the lawyer share and client net.

Cost Basics for Every Matter

Cost drivers, limited-scope vs. full representation, and the quote-comparison checklist are covered once in How Much Does a Lawyer Cost?

Sources and Methodology

SourceWhy it mattersHow it was used
Clio Lawyer Rates by State and Practice AreaPrimary benchmark for statewide and practice-area hourly-rate comparisons.Referenced for 2026 pricing context and consumer guidance.
American Bar Association Lawyer Referral and Research ResourcesConsumer research and lawyer-finder reference for shopping responsibly.Referenced for 2026 pricing context and consumer guidance.
U.S. Courts Caseload Statistics Data TablesState-court caseload context for the scale of U.S. legal demand.Referenced for 2026 pricing context and consumer guidance.
BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook for LawyersLabor-market baseline for wage growth, employment outlook, and regional demand.Referenced for 2026 pricing context and consumer guidance.

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