Which of the following rights is included in the posted client rights statement?

• A. Be charged reasonable fees and have them explained.
• B. Be granted relief from all fees.
• C. Be guaranteed a dismissal of any complaint.
• D. Be exempt from questions about the matter.

Answer: (A)

The central idea is fee transparency. The client rights statement reflects that a client has the right to be charged fees that are reasonable for the work performed and to receive an explanation of how those charges are calculated. This openness helps the client understand what they’re paying for, compare charges, and avoid surprises, which aligns with ethical standards that require reasonable fees and clear billing.

The other options describe rights or outcomes not typically guaranteed in a client rights statement: waiving all fees would be an exception to normal billing; guaranteeing dismissal of a complaint isn’t a client right and would conflict with the legal process; being exempt from questions about the matter would impede proper representation and investigation.