LITIGATION

Know it Yourself -

    Litigation is a process parties who are in disagreement or dispute present their positions to an independent arbiter, usually a judge in a State or Federal Court, and they request a decision based on the facts and law presented.

    There are a number of rules, as well as practices and strategies that are used in litigation.  These can be used to the client's advantage, angling for the best result, perhaps reducing costs and exposure through alternative dispute resolution.

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    Fees and costs - Contingency Claims - If you think you have a claim that should be handled on a percentage basis, please let the attorney know.  These are claims of personal injury, medical or accident injury, as well as some cases of fraud by major companies.  The office takes a limited number of contingency cases, sometimes contracting with other experts in the field.  Decision to accept a case is, of course, solely the decision of the law office.

                            - Defense and other Claims - Litigation is time and effort intensive, and therefore, expensive.  While this office seeks to reduce these expenses where possible, it is also aware that this is the one chance to promote the client's interests in this case.  Litigation retainer agreements require an initial deposit to cover the expenses for the first period of time (e.g. two weeks), as well as a trust account deposit to be held as security and backup.  As the initial deposit is depleted, additional deposits must be made promptly.

    This office usually requires $1800 for the initial costs and expenses, as well as a deposit of $1800 to the trust account.

    You may be able to find cheaper counsel, there are new law school graduates licensed every year.  You can also find more expensive counsel.  If you think this office can meet the needs you have, then please contact us.