If you may be (or already have been) denied unemployment benefits in Washington D.C., you may be wondering whether you need a lawyer -- and whether you can afford to hire a lawyer to help with your unemployment case. It all depends on your financial situation and how (and how much) the attorney charges. In some situations, an unemployment attorney may be willing to offer you a contingency fee arrangement. This means the lawyer gets paid only if you win, out of the money you receive as a settlement or award.
Select your state from the list below to learn about typical attorney fee arrangements in unemployment cases.