No fee unless we win — contingency representation at John K. Zaid & Associates

No Fee Unless We Win: How Contingency Fees Work

“No fee unless we win” is more than a slogan — it’s the reason ordinary Texans can hire a top injury firm without spending a dollar of their own. Here is how contingency representation actually works.

The Basics

Under a contingency fee agreement, our fee is a percentage of the recovery we win for you. No hourly bills. No retainers. If there is no recovery, you owe us nothing for our work — period.

What About Case Expenses?

Investigations, expert witnesses, depositions, and court filings cost money. We advance every one of those expenses ourselves. They are only reimbursed out of the recovery at the end — never out of your pocket along the way.

Why This Protects You

  • Zero financial risk — you can pursue justice no matter your bank balance.
  • Aligned interests — we only get paid when you do, so we fight for the maximum recovery, not the quickest one.
  • Honest case screening — we only take cases we believe in, and we tell you the truth about yours up front.
  • A level playing field — the insurance company has lawyers on salary. Now you have lawyers too.

Common Questions

Do I pay anything to start? No. The consultation and case review are free.

What if we lose? You owe no attorney fee. That risk is ours.

Is the percentage negotiated up front? Yes — everything is in writing before we begin, in plain English.

Read more about contingency representation in Houston, or find your situation in our practice areas.

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Since 2002, John K. Zaid & Associates has recovered over $1 billion for injured Texans. No fee unless we win. Available seven days a week.

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