These summaries were prepared by McGuireWoods LLP lawyer Thomas E. Spahn. They are based on the letter opinions issued by the Virginia State Bar. Any editorial comments reflect Mr. Spahn's current personal views, and not the opinions of the Virginia State Bar, McGuireWoods or its clients. 
 
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8-Bills and Fees

A lawyer may charge a client interest on unpaid balances assuming that the client has consented to such an interest arrangement at the beginning of the attorney-client relationship.

Copyright 2000, Thomas E. Spahn