It is often difficult to find a law firm that will undertake complex commercial cases on a contingency basis. Davis & Ceriani appreciates that commercial litigation requires a working partnership with the client, and we have developed novel ways of adapting to meet particular circumstances of cases and fulfilling our clients' needs. Because Davis & Ceriani has a high ratio of directors to associates, we have avoided the regimentation and bureaucracy of many larger firms. Flat hourly rates, on a take-it-or-leave-it basis, have been replaced by creative fee structures, including contingency fees which are graduated based on the stage of litigation, contingency fees which are graduated based on the results achieved, flat fees combined with a contingency fee, regular or reduced hourly rates combined with a reduced contingency fee, a flat fee or maximum hourly fee combined with a contingency fee, and more.