Since opening my practice in May of 1997, I have taken great pride in providing affordable and quality representation to my clients. I have a very small practice and am fortunate to pick and choose clients who appreciate the work that I do. When you hire me, you will not talk to a secretary or paralegal, you will talk to me. When you call me or email me, you will almost always receive a response within 24 hours.
My general hourly rate is $250.00 per hour. However, much of my work is done on a flat rate. For example, if I represent you in a case which goes to general sessions court, my flat rate can start at $500.00 and move up from there. Flat rates depend upon the type of case, the value of the case and the time anticipated in bringing the case to a conclusion.
When I do charge an hourly rate, I NEVER charge a non-refundable retainer. Generally, I collect a deposit from you (generally between $1,000.00 and $6,000.00 depending on the type of case and the anticipated amount of time needed to resolve it) to put in a trust account. I will send you an itemized bill every month which reflects the hours I spent 
representing you and any expenses paid on your behalf. That money is removed from the trust account and applied towards your bill. All of this is detailed in your monthly bill. When the amount remaining in the trust account falls below a certain amount (typically $250.00) I will ask you to make another deposit into the trust account.
I never charge for copies [if your case is active] and I do not charge you for postage [except for amounts over $6.00 or certified mail]. Many attorneys do this as a matter of course.
I hear many complaints from clients and other attorneys about attorneys and law firms that “milk” clients. That is, litigation is drawn out to increase attorney’s fees. I have never done that. If, during the course of my representation, I come to believe that the facts do not bode well for your case or the law is not favorable to your case, I will let you know and advise you accordingly. If I come to believe that settlement is in your better interest as opposed to proceeding to trial, I will so advise you.
Certain cases, such as personal injury and consumer protection cases, are charged a percentage of the gross amount of recovery – commonly known as a contingency fee. Many attorney’s charge 33% or more. While I sometimes do charge that much, it is often the case that I charge much less. It depends on the specifics of your case [e.g. the likelihood of litigation, the difficulty of the case, the client’s ability to pay an hourly or flat fee, etc.] the amount in controversy and other factors. If this option is available, then we can certainly discuss it.
