Pactum de quota litis
Latin for an agreement under which a lawyer's fee is only a share of what the client wins. Many civil-law countries forbid it while allowing a success bonus on top of a base fee; Spain has allowed it since 2008.
Frequently asked questions
What is Pactum de quota litis?
Latin for an agreement under which a lawyer's fee is only a share of what the client wins. Many civil-law countries forbid it while allowing a success bonus on top of a base fee; Spain has allowed it since 2008.
Where is the term used?
Mainly in Civil-law countries.