How a Business Hired a Lawyer to Review a Service Agreement in New York (2024)

In 2024, a business in New York sought assistance with a consulting agreement that was required for part-time work with a former colleague's company. The client had initially reviewed the document—a 10-page service agreement—but wanted a qualified attorney to provide further insights and ensure there were no issues, given the importance of the arrangement. The work was to be conducted remotely, and while the choice of law was Delaware, the client wanted peace of mind before proceeding. As a result, the client received 21 proposals from licensed lawyers, with flat fee bids ranging from $225 to $875, all submitted to complete the review within the requested deadline of less than a week.