Memorandum of Understanding Drafting pricing: Average Costs and Lawyer Bid Data
Last updated: October 1, 2026
Explore real-world pricing data for hiring a lawyer to handle a memorandum of understanding (drafting) through ContractsCounsel’s legal marketplace. Based on 147 bids submitted by lawyers, the average flat-fee proposal is $1,140, representing an estimated 54% savings compared to traditional law firm pricing.
Below, you’ll find sample bid ranges, lawyer profiles, and additional cost breakdowns to help you understand pricing for your legal needs.
ContractsCounsel Avg Bid
$1,140
Memorandum of Understanding bids by state
| State | Bids | Avg bid | Drafting avg | Review avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States (all states) | 183 | $1,100 | $1,140 | $910 |
| California | 45 | $1,280 | $1,440 | $900 |
| Texas | 25 | $1,070 | $1,070 | – |
| New York | 24 | $1,590 | $1,710 | $750 |
| Indiana | 19 | $860 | $910 | $790 |
| Florida | 17 | $860 | $860 | – |
| Maryland | 12 | $690 | $690 | – |
| Colorado · | 8 | $950 | $950 | – |
| North Carolina · | 8 | $850 | – | $850 |
| Alabama · | 7 | $660 | $660 | – |
Need help with a Memorandum of Understanding?
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in New York
$499 - $1,499
8
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in California
$499 - $1,500
9
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in Texas
$499 - $2,000
12
Lawyers that help with Memorandums of Understanding
Attorney
15 years practicing
Free consultation
Managing Attorney
16 years practicing
Free consultation
Founding Partner ContractsCounsel Law
28 years practicing
Free consultation
Attorney/Mediator/Arbitrator
45 years practicing
Free consultation
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in Alabama
$350 - $899
7
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in Florida
$350 - $799
9
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in Virginia
$499 - $700
2
Need help with a Memorandum of Understanding?
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in California
$450 - $9,500
10
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in New York
$300 - $9,999
7
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in New York
$700 - $1,350
2
Lawyers that help with Memorandums of Understanding
Patent Attorney
14 years practicing
Free consultation
Attorney
12 years practicing
Free consultation
Attorney-at-Law
12 years practicing
Free consultation
Principal
9 years practicing
Free consultation
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in Maryland
$350 - $999
6
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in Indiana
$350 - $2,000
7
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in Florida
$499 - $2,000
8
Need help with a Memorandum of Understanding?
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in Maryland
$249 - $250
2
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in California
$700 - $700
1
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in Hawaii
$700 - $2,500
3
Lawyers that help with Memorandums of Understanding
Partner/Attorney at Law
18 years practicing
Free consultation
Founder
11 years practicing
Free consultation
Attorney
13 years practicing
Free consultation
Associate Counsel
8 years practicing
Free consultation
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in Texas
$490 - $1,175
7
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in California
$650 - $1,700
3
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in Louisiana
$1,150 - $1,150
1
Need help with a Memorandum of Understanding?
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in Indiana
$470 - $1,250
4
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in Arkansas
$400 - $650
2
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in Maryland
$600 - $1,000
4
Lawyers that help with Memorandums of Understanding
Principal Attorney
22 years practicing
Free consultation
Attorney
19 years practicing
Free consultation
Attorney
10 years practicing
Free consultation
Attorney
15 years practicing
Free consultation
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in Colorado
$350 - $1,450
6
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in California
$675 - $1,250
4
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in Hawaii
$400 - $400
1
Need help with a Memorandum of Understanding?
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in Delaware
$695 - $2,000
2
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in Colorado
$850 - $850
2
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in Texas
$1,000 - $3,400
2
Lawyers that help with Memorandums of Understanding
Business, contract, prenup and startups Attorney
15 years practicing
Free consultation
Attorney
15 years practicing
Free consultation
Attorney
6 years practicing
Free consultation
Attorney-at-Law
10 years practicing
Free consultation
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in Georgia
$700 - $1,500
3
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in California
$995 - $5,000
5
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in New York
$600 - $1,500
2
Need help with a Memorandum of Understanding?
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in Texas
$995 - $1,500
4
Draft Memorandum of Understanding in New York
$0.01 - $2,000