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The Contingency Fee Agreement is essential for legal matters in Pakistan where clients seek legal representation but prefer or need to pay legal fees only upon successful recovery. This document is commonly used in civil litigation, personal injury cases, property disputes, and commercial recovery matters. It must comply with Pakistan's legal framework, including the Legal Practitioners and Bar Councils Act, 1973, and relevant Bar Council Rules. The agreement typically specifies the percentage of recovery that will constitute the legal fee, outlines the scope of legal services, addresses the handling of costs and expenses, and establishes clear professional obligations for both parties. This type of fee arrangement is particularly important in providing access to legal services for clients who may not have the means to pay traditional hourly legal fees upfront.

1. Parties: Identification of the lawyer/law firm and the client with complete details

2. Background: Context of the legal matter and circumstances leading to the agreement

3. Definitions: Key terms used in the agreement including 'Recovery Amount', 'Contingency Fee', 'Costs', and 'Legal Proceedings'

4. Scope of Services: Detailed description of legal services to be provided and the specific matter being handled

5. Contingency Fee Structure: Specification of the percentage fee and how it will be calculated from the recovery amount

6. Costs and Expenses: Details of how litigation costs and expenses will be handled and which party bears responsibility

7. Payment Terms: Timing and method of fee payment upon successful recovery

8. Client's Obligations: Client's responsibilities including providing information and cooperating with the lawyer

9. Lawyer's Obligations: Professional commitments and responsibilities of the lawyer

10. Termination: Circumstances under which either party may terminate the agreement and the consequences

11. Governing Law: Specification that Pakistan law governs the agreement

12. Dispute Resolution: Process for resolving any disputes between lawyer and client

13. Entire Agreement: Standard clause confirming this document represents the complete agreement between parties