Finder's fee is a REWARD given to someone who locates a person or object that was previously lost or difficult to find. It is typically a percentage of the total value of the item found, and is usually paid by the person or organization that requested the search. The term is commonly used in legal contexts, such as when a lawyer is hired to locate a missing heir or a witness in a court case. It can also be used in business contexts, such as when a company hires a private investigator to locate a missing asset.