Först Consulting Group’s litigation and expert-witness engagements are governed by a written Hourly Consulting Services Contract. Litigation and expert-witness matters require a 20-hour minimum retainer billed at the firm’s standard hourly rate, with any unused time refunded. On-site inspection hours are scheduled Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with off-hours work available at a surcharge. The firm’s contract includes defined terms covering standard of care, reliance on information provided by the client, treatment of cost estimates, limitation of liability, and handling of disputed charges. Rates and terms are standard and non-negotiable, which keeps engagements consistent and the firm’s independence intact.