Fountain pen Quote by Jeffrey Archer
““The solicitor he selected, a Mr Makepeace, had demanded five thousand pounds up front, even before he took the top off his fountain pen, and then another five once he'd briefed Alex Redmayne, the barrister who would represent him in Court. Danny couldn't understand why he needed two lawyers to do the same job.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “Kane and Abel” (or similar), 1979
Legal fees can be excessive, leading to confusion about necessity.
In simple terms: Lawyers may charge too much, causing doubt.
Key Takeaway
Question the value and necessity of multiple legal representatives.
Themes
finance
law
trust
Mood
critical
inquisitive
Type
narrative
analytical
When to use this quote
- contract negotiations
- court cases
- business deals
- personal legal matters
Key Concepts
ethical pricing
client‑lawyer relationship
Questions to Reflect On
- Why did the client feel two lawyers were needed?
- How can you assess the true need for legal counsel?
A Different Perspective
Not all situations require multiple lawyers; sometimes one is sufficient.
![“When I heard Jonathan [Cole's agent] repeat the figure of £55k-a-week, I nearly swerved off the road. 'He is taking the p**s, Jonathan!' I yelled down the phone. I was so incensed. I was trembling with anger. I couldn't believe what I'd heard.” quote by Ashley Cole](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/dc8/ashley-cole-9160_agents_when-i-heard-jonathan-cole-s-agent-repea_573194.jpg)
