Criminal Law Fees
Often, the first question I am asked is, “How much do you charge?” or “What will this cost me?” I do not have a "one size fits all" rate for any service that I provide, because it depends on the complexity of the case and what services will be provided. For example, if you need me to defend you against a DWI in Travis County but it is too late to request your ALR hearing, then the amount of work involved is less and the fee would reflect that. Or, if you have multiple charges pending and more court appearances and work will be required to resolve the matters, then the fee will reflect the amount of work.
However, I always strive to provide reasonable flat fees when handling a criminal case, whether it is a misdemeanor drug possession or a serious felony. Any client who is a student and presents a valid form of student identification will also receive a discount on their criminal defense services.
When we meet to discuss your situation, I will explain in greater detail about my fee structure and provide you with options for hiring me to represent you. I understand that most people do not have money set aside for hiring a lawyer, so I offer payment plans to help you work this unexpected event into your overall cost of living.
My initial consultation is FREE and usually lasts about one hour.
When we meet, I want you to leave the meeting with a greater understanding of your options than when you first arrived. You will leave with absolutely no obligation if you have not hired me to be your lawyer.
Family Law Fees
Family law cases are billed at an hourly rate. Unlike most family law attorneys, I offer FREE CONSULTATIONS, so meeting with me for up to one hour saves you money. Here, the client will be responsible for providing a retainer for services and that balance goes into a trust account. As the case progresses, this retainer is reduced when we bill against the balance through an itemized billing statement. The client is responsible for maintaining a positive balance in the trust account at all times, and when the positive balance is eliminated, work on your case may stop until it is replenished.
Personal Injury Fees
Personal Injury cases are handled on a contingency fee basis, which means, you do not have any out of pocket expenses until the case is resolved. However, you will also be responsible for reimbursing certain expenses that arise through the handling of this case. Those details will be explained in your consultation.
Forms of Payment & Parking
Criminal cases:
- Cash, personal check, or money order;
- Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, or Debit Cards with those logos;
- Payment plans using a combination of the above options. This will be customized in accordance with your needs and abilities. Remember, my goal is to provide you with a service, not to bankrupt you.
Family Law cases:
- Cash, personal check, or money order;
- Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, or Debit Cards with those logos (less a processing fee to fund the retainer).
Parking:
Parking is FREE if you park in my garage and allow us to validate the parking. The entrance to the garage is off 9th Street, near the intersection of 9th Street and San Antonio Street.