FAQ for Contract Lawyers

What is K-Lawyers and how does it work?
Traditionally, law firms hire contract lawyers through staffing agencies (both domestic and foreign) and/or legal marketing websites. These options prove co...
Wed, 14 Jun, 2017 at 4:26 AM
Why can’t I see a list of assignments to bid on?
K-Lawyers.com is a discreet platform. This means that you won’t see any general bulletin of assignments posted by hiring attorneys. When your profile is com...
Sun, 9 Jul, 2017 at 3:17 AM
Are there any fees?
Joining our marketplace is absolutely free. K-Lawyers takes a 9% service fee from the contract lawyer's end after payment is sent.  Payoneer, ou...
Wed, 14 Jun, 2017 at 4:28 AM
What is the Escrow Payment System (EPS) and how does it work?
Our Escrow Payment System (EPS) is designed to protect the integrity of our marketplace by: Confirming that contract lawyers are paid for completed work ...
Wed, 14 Jun, 2017 at 4:33 AM
What is “Verified” status?
To register with K-Lawyers, one must be an attorney. Before registration can be fully completed, we ensure your status as an attorney by checking your bar n...
Wed, 14 Jun, 2017 at 4:34 AM
What is “Insurance Verified” status?
Some law firms might be more comfortable hiring you if they see you have current professional liability insurance. You can upload any document that shows th...
Wed, 14 Jun, 2017 at 4:36 AM
Can a law firm monitor my progress while I'm working?
K-Lawyers provides law firms with the ability to oversee and check the progress of a contract lawyer's work product, as well as time spent and expenses,...
Sun, 18 Jun, 2017 at 8:31 AM
Can I contact a law firm outside of the K-Lawyers platform?
Generally, we advise lawyers to keep all contact with law firms (and vice versa) on and through our marketplace. Of course, enforcing this as a policy is im...
Wed, 14 Jun, 2017 at 4:47 AM
What is Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) and how does it work?
Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) is a mechanism that is aimed to assist contract lawyers and law firms in resolving any disputes that might arise through the...
Wed, 14 Jun, 2017 at 7:13 AM
Why was my membership denied?
In the event that we cannot verify that you are listed as an attorney with a state bar association, we must deny your membership. If you believe that this de...
Wed, 14 Jun, 2017 at 3:09 AM