After analyzing all the factors, the baremo is not a different document—it is the most recent official version combined with a clear, written fee agreement that references it.

| Situation | Recommended Action | |-----------|--------------------| | You are a private client hiring a lawyer in Galicia | Ask upfront: “Will your fees follow the Colegio’s baremo?” Get it in writing. | | You already received a bill much higher than the baremo | Check if you signed an opt-out clause. If not, contest via tasación de costas . | | You are a lawyer without a written fee agreement | Assume a court will apply the Baremo . Bill accordingly or get a signed agreement immediately. | | You need a free legal aid lawyer | Fees are fixed at ~50% of the standard Baremo . You cannot negotiate. |