Guam § 5631 - Prohibition Against Contingent Fees.
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§ 5631. Prohibition Against Contingent Fees.
(a) Contingent Fees. It shall be a breach of ethical standards for a person to be retained, or to retain a
person, to solicit or secure a Guam contract upon an agreement or understanding for a commission,
percentage, brokerage or contingent fee, except for retention of bona fide employees or bona fide
established commercial selling agencies for the purpose of securing business.
(b) Representation of Contractor. Every person, before being awarded a Guam contract, shall
represent, in writing, that such person has not retained anyone in violation of Subsection (a) of this Section.
Failure to do so constitutes a breach of ethical standards.
(c) Contract Clause. The representation prescribed in Subsection (b) of this Section shall be
conspicuously set forth in every contract and solicitation therefor.
Source: official Guam text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 5631
What does Guam Code Annotated § 5631 cover?
Section 5631 ("Prohibition Against Contingent Fees.") is part of the Guam Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Guam. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Guam § 5631?
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Is this the official text of Guam law?
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