Practice areas
What I handle, what the process looks like, and what to gather before we meet.
Design note: the checklist does double duty"What to bring" checklists cut consultation prep time and make the first meeting more productive. Visitors can check items off and print the list, and it doubles as search-friendly content.
Clear fees, decided up front
You should know what legal help will cost before you commit to it. Here is how pricing works.
Consultation
$000
Sample fee · 45 minutes- Review of your situation
- Your options explained
- Fee estimate for next steps
Flat fee
From $0,000
Sample · most planning and formation work- Wills and estate plans
- Uncontested divorce
- LLC formation packages
Hourly
$000/hr
Sample rate · with retainer- Contested family matters
- Probate administration
- Contract disputes
Design note: price transparency builds trustAll amounts are placeholders. Even showing "starting at" figures filters out poor-fit inquiries and reassures good-fit clients that there won't be surprises.
Flat fee or hourly?
| Flat fee | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Predictable work with a clear finish line | Matters that depend on the other side |
| What you pay | One agreed price for a defined scope | Time actually spent, billed against a retainer |
| Examples | Wills, trusts, uncontested divorce, LLC setup | Contested custody, litigation, complex probate |
| Your visibility | Know the total before work begins | Itemized monthly statements |
Fee questions
Do you offer payment plans?
For many flat-fee matters, yes. Ask during your consultation and we'll find something workable.
What's a retainer?
An advance payment held in a trust account and drawn from as work is done. Unused funds are returned to you.
Will I be charged for quick questions?
Your fee agreement spells out exactly what's billed, so you'll never have to guess.