The cost wouldn't be 3X, as USCIS refunds the application fees entirely if you're not picked in the lottery. However the lawyer's fees are still a cost. Source:

The cost wouldn't be 3X, as USCIS refunds the application fees entirely if you're not picked in the lottery. However the lawyer's fees are still a cost. Source: http://www.murthy.com/2015/06/25/uscis-returning-h1b-cap-petitions-not-selected-in-lottery/ http://www.murthy.com/2015/06/25/uscis-returning-h1b-cap-pet...