Each case is unique and estimating the cost of a given matter requires an initial consultation to allow the attorney to gather the information pertinent and necessary to make a cost estimate.  A law office that can easily give a blanket cost for a given action or matter with little information about the case prior to making an estimate may foreshadow a decreased quality of representation.

After discussing the matter with you at the initial consultation, an hourly rate will be quoted to you by an attorney.  You will additionally be responsible for such items as court costs, filing fees, service of pleadings, appraisals, expert witness fees, as well as all other items outlined in the contract you will be given at first appearance.  You will be charged for consultations, correspondence, phone calls, office and research work, preparation time, court time, filing, and hearings as well as anything else outlined in the contract.

In the event your spouse is ordered to contribute to your attorney's fees you will be given credit for the amount your spouse pays.

A retainer is required for all criminal cases.  The amount of that retainer will be discussed and negotiated during the initial consultation after sufficient time has been taken to determine the amount of work which will be involved.

We accept all forms of MasterCard, Visa, and Discover.  We do not accept American Express.  All credit card transactions requiring processing and / or transaction fees will be billed to the cardholder.