Many attorney engagement agreements include pre-dispute arbitration clauses that waive a client’s right to a jury trial and remove disputes from the public court system. Clients often sign these agreements during periods of emotional or legal stress without fully understanding the rights they are surrendering. Because attorneys understand the legal system far better than their clients, arbitration clauses in fee agreements can create a significant imbalance if the client has not received truly independent legal advice before agreeing to waive constitutional rights.