Legal Traffic LSA Agreement

LEGAL TRAFFIC LSA AGREEMENT

This Legal Traffic Limited Scope Agreement (Agreement) is entered into as of , by and between Firm Name: with principal address: ("Firm"), and Client Name: residing at: ("Client").

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Client has been cited or is otherwise subject to enforcement action arising from a traffic infraction or related motor vehicle proceeding described as:

WHEREAS, Client desires to engage Firm to perform limited legal services for the traffic matter, and Firm is willing to provide such limited scope representation under the terms set forth in this Agreement.

WHEREAS, the parties intend for this Agreement to define explicitly the limited objectives, duration, and fee arrangement applicable to Firm's representation.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein, the parties agree as follows:

1. DEFINITIONS

For purposes of this Agreement: "Limited Scope Representation" means Firm will perform only those discrete tasks expressly authorized in Section 2. "Client Materials" means documents, records, statements and other information provided by Client to Firm.

2. SCOPE OF LIMITED REPRESENTATION

Firm shall provide legal services limited to the following tasks (initial applicable items and describe specifics):

Appearance at specified court hearing(s) for the citation(s)

Negotiation with prosecutor or issuing authority for reduction or dismissal

Representation at administrative DMV hearing(s)

Enrollment or coordination for traffic school on Client's behalf (if eligible)

Unless expressly included above, Firm will not provide appeals, post-conviction relief, criminal defense for new or unrelated charges, or representation in civil matters. Additional services require a separate written agreement.

3. CLIENT AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Client shall cooperate fully, provide all relevant Client Materials, attend scheduled hearings or meetings unless excused in writing by Firm, provide truthful information, and notify Firm promptly of any correspondence or notices received from courts, prosecutors, or motor vehicle agencies. Failure to cooperate is grounds for immediate termination of representation.

4. FEES, RETAINER AND EXPENSES

Client agrees to pay Firm as follows (select one and complete applicable fields):

Flat fee for specified services: $ (covers services checked in Section 2 only)

Hourly billing at $ per hour; billed in increments of

Client shall reimburse Firm for reasonable out-of-pocket expenses directly incurred in connection with representation, including but not limited to filing fees, courier costs, mileage at the prevailing rate, and expert fees when pre-authorized by Client. Firm will provide itemized statements for reimbursable expenses.

Payment is due within days of billing. Unpaid balances may accrue interest at a rate of .

5. CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

Firm represents that, after a reasonable conflict check, Firm is not aware of any current conflict that would materially impair Firm's ability to represent Client in the limited matter. If a conflict is discovered, Firm will notify Client promptly and, if necessary, withdraw in accordance with professional responsibility rules.

6. CONFIDENTIALITY

Firm will maintain the confidentiality of information provided by Client consistent with applicable rules of professional conduct. Confidentiality does not extend to information that is or becomes public through no fault of Firm, or that Firm is required to disclose by lawful process or to comply with ethical obligations; Firm will notify Client prior to disclosure when permitted.

7. TERM AND TERMINATION

This Agreement commences on the effective date and continues until the limited services specified in Section 2 are complete, or until earlier termination. Either party may terminate representation upon written notice to the other. On termination, Client remains responsible for payment of fees and expenses incurred through the date of termination.

8. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Firm's liability for claims arising from this Agreement shall be limited to the total fees paid by Client to Firm for the specific limited services at issue. Neither party shall be liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages.

9. NOTICES

All notices, billings, and communications required or permitted under this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered to the addresses below or to any other address designated in writing.

10. AMENDMENTS AND WAIVER

Any amendment to this Agreement must be in writing signed by both parties. No failure or delay by either party in exercising any right under this Agreement shall operate as a waiver of that right.

11. GOVERNING LAW; VENUE

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the substantive laws of the State of , without regard to choice-of-law principles. Venue for disputes shall be located in the county where Firm maintains its principal place of business unless otherwise required by law.

12. ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY

This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding and agreement between the parties with respect to the limited representation described herein and supersedes all prior oral or written agreements. If any provision of this Agreement is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

13. MISCELLANEOUS

If Firm must withdraw for any reason, Firm will take reasonable steps to protect Client's interests, includinggiving notice and allowing time for retention of new counsel where appropriate. Client acknowledges that Firm has made no guarantees regarding the outcome of the matter.

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