20/12/2023

Law Technology Today

In the legal realm, double billing occurs when an attorney invoices two or more clients at their full rate for work performed during the same time frame. Essentially, it involves charging clients for more hours than were genuinely worked. Double billing can encompass various scenarios, including invoicing multiple clients for research applicable to separate cases and administrative errors.

Double billing is inherently unethical, but it can be challenging to detect and control. Lawyers must prioritize recognizing and avoiding this practice to maintain their professional integrity and fulfill their ethical obligations to clients.