retaining lien

An attorney’s right to keep a client’s papers until the client has paid for the attorney’s services.

• The attorney’s retaining lien is not recognized in some states. [Cases: Attorney and Client 182(3). C.J.S. Attorney and Client §§ 376–377.]

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