Do you offer free consultations?
No. Our consultations are billed at our hourly rates with a minimum fee of $400. Most initial meetings seeking advice can be conducted in one hour or less, particularly if a client prepares for the meeting. If the situation involves more complex issues or litigation, additional meetings may be required. If you decide to hire us, we will present you with an engagement letter or an agreement for legal services. You may also be asked to pay a retainer.
What are your hourly rates?
Mr. Reed's time is billed at $400 per hour and support staff time is billed at rates ranging from $95 to $125 per hour. (These rates are in effect as of January 1, 2024, subject to change annually.)
What is a retainer? Will I have to pay one?
A retainer is a method of securing the representation of an attorney and prepaying for his services. Whether a retainer is required will depend on the type and complexity of the case. If we do require a retainer, it will be applied to your fees. After payment of final fees and expenses, any balance of the retainer will be refunded.
Do you offer any alternative billing arrangements?
Yes. Although the typical arrangement is hourly, we do offer flat rate fees and blended arrangements for some of our services.
Will you take my case on a contingency basis?
Most real estate matters do not lend themselves to a contingency fee arrangement. Under certain circumstances, we will take a case on a contingency basis; however this agreement must be negotiated during the initial consultation and requires a written agreement between the attorney and client.
Do you accept credit cards?
Yes. We accept Visa, MasterCard and American Express.
