Money is always an issue for clients. For those who don’t have a lot, a defense fund may be a way to deal with the ever-present problem of costs.

Case in point: Accused murderer George Zimmerman, who made headlines this week when The Miami Herald suggested he was “selling autographs” to pay for his defense. Zimmerman’s lawyer clarified that the autographs were actually just hand-written thank-you notes.

If you have clients like George Zimmerman who need your services but can’t foot the bill, you may also want to consider some unorthodox ways to raise cash. Here are three strategies that may work:

Aside from these tips, a few kind-hearted attorneys may feel compelled to donate their own money to their clients directly. But because that raises concerns about attorney ethics, you may just want to offer your legal services pro bono instead.

With some sort of client defense fund in place, however, you’ll be able to worry less about the costs of litigation, and instead worry about how you’re going to get paid for your work when all’s said and done.

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  • 5 Ways to Collect Unpaid Fees From Clients (FindLaw’s Strategist)
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  • Zimmerman’s Lawyer Launches ‘Unusual’ Social Media Strategy (FindLaw’s Technologist)

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