Costs Agreement Template for Philippines

1. Conflict of Interest: Used when there's a need to address potential conflicts and how they will be managed

2. Trust Money: Include when client funds need to be held in trust accounts

3. Third Party Costs: Required when other professionals or counsel may need to be engaged

4. Insurance and Liability: Details of professional indemnity insurance and liability limitations

5. Dispute Resolution: Include when specific dispute resolution procedures are desired

6. Electronic Communications: Include when specific provisions about electronic communication and documentation are needed

7. Multiple Clients: Used when representing multiple clients in the same matter

8. Contingency Fees: Include when fees are contingent on outcome (where permitted by Philippine law)

1. Schedule 1 - Fee Schedule: Detailed breakdown of professional fees, hourly rates for different staff levels

2. Schedule 2 - Disbursements Schedule: List of typical disbursements and their standard charges

3. Schedule 3 - Team Members: List of key team members and their roles in providing the legal services

4. Appendix A - Client Information Form: Client details and matter-specific information

5. Appendix B - Verification of Client Identity: Documents required for client identification and verification

6. Appendix C - Scope of Work: Detailed description of the specific legal work to be undertaken