Eligible fee
Identify the specific service or coordination fee covered by the policy.
A Defined, Written and Transparent Policy
Up to 80% Fee Refund Policy
Refund eligibility and amount are determined strictly under the applicable written policy. Written fee terms and clear disclosure of applicable charges are provided before engagement.
Transparent Fee Structure
Written fee terms and clear disclosure of applicable charges before engagement.
Policy Highlight
Up to
80%
Fee refund eligibility — subject to the written policy, calculation formula, deductions, exclusions and applicable law.
Read Policy FrameworkThe Proposed Refund Policy Should Clearly Establish
As specified in the LSB25 portal document, a complete written refund policy covers the following elements before payment or engagement.
Refund trigger
Define whether eligibility is assessed after file disposal, conclusion of the service or another specified event.
Refund calculation
State the formula, applicable percentage, deductions and maximum amount.
Exclusions
Clarify treatment of court fees, government charges, third-party expenses and professional fees where legally permissible.
Application process
Specify documents required, the review process and a defined processing period. Provide written terms to the client before payment or engagement.
Important clarification
Disposal of a case does not itself establish an automatic entitlement to a refund. The outcome, calculation and exceptions must follow the written policy and applicable law. No favourable judgment or specific legal result is guaranteed.
Need written fee terms for your matter?
Association fee for service providers is ₹25,000 one-time and non-refundable, separately disclosed under the association agreement. See For Advocates.