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Re: I worked at a timeshare SCAM....I want to tell you about it. (by John B.):
It's common for attorneys to ask for a partial retainer up front. Think of it from their standpoint. You are a new client to the attorney, and the attorney does not know for sure whether you will pay. I would be sure the contract you sign with the attorney is tight on the issue of a refundable fee. I would also ask the attorney whether he can refer you to other clients he has gotten out of timeshares successfully. The fact that there is a clean record with the bar association is a good sign. I would just take a couple extra steps to protect yourself.