I handle cases like yours on a "retainer-hourly fee" basis.

 

If you scroll down this page, I'll explain what that means.

If you have ever hired a lawyer for a court case, then you're probably already familiar with the "retainer-hourly fee" model.

 

This means that, if you hire me to represent you, I will handle all matters related to your case for you, including:

 

  • court appearances

 

  • communications with the other party's attorney, and

 

  • drafting necessary documents, et cetera.

As the client, you pay me by the hour for the time that I spend on your case.

 

My hourly rate is $395.  Consequently, the total cost to you will be $395 multiplied by the number of hours that I spend on your case (plus some out-of-pocket expenses like filing fees.)

 

To hire me, you would sign my Hourly Fee Agreement and pay me a retainer.

 

Think of a retainer as a down payment for the work that I am going to do.  I usually request a retainer for the first twenty-five (25) hours of my time (so, $9,875.)

 

This initial retainer is not an estimate of, or flat fee for, the entire case -- it's a down payment.

If you'd like to take a look at the Hourly Fee Agreement before proceeding, just click the button to download a sample copy.

 

Click Here to Download the Sample Fee Agreement.

After you hire me and pay the retainer, you will receive an invoice monthly detailing what I have done, how much time it took and how the retainer is applied to your outstanding balance.

 

If the retainer is exhausted during the case, I will ask you for an additional retainer.  If there is any unused portion of the retainer at the conclusion of my representation, then I will return that portion to you.

Ultimately, the total cost to you in legal fees -- from the beginning to the end of your case -- is a function of how much time I spend to bring your case to resolution.  That depends on many factors, including how quickly you and the other party will reach agreement.

 

Although it is impossible to provide a meaningful estimate of your total fees, I can tell you this -- I will work hard to convert you to a satisfied former client and, if I think spending time to pursue an issue will not be a good investment for you, then I will tell you that.

 

If you're ready to take the next step and hire me, just enter your information in the form below.  Then check your email inbox, because I'll have further instructions for you there.

 

Talk to you soon.

 

Janie

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