I’m new to freelance & didn’t give a proper contract for a project I was working on because my family member worked at the company & handled it. They let go of my FM and won’t pay me. Lesson learned😔

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You have emails detailing the work and pay structure? Those will work for a lawyer to get your money.

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Untrue. Napkin contracts are held up all the time. If the agreement is clear and agreed to, a decent lawyer can secure your $$

Thanks for the advice folks! I appreciate it. I feel so stupid

Don’t feel stupid, it’s how you learn

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