What Happens After I Sign a Retainer for a Surplus Funds Case? | NC

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Q: What happens after I sign a retainer for a surplus funds case? A: After you sign, the lawyer usually confirms representation, opens the file, and starts gathering the records needed to prove you have a right to the money. That often includes sale records, ownership records, lien information, probate papers if someone has died, and any assignment documents. The lawyer also checks where the…