FAQs

Q: Will the information I share during the consultation be confidential?

Yes. All information shared during your initial consultation is safeguarded by attorney-client privilege. This protection remains in effect whether or not you choose to retain our firm. The privilege is designed to foster open communication between prospective clients and attorneys, ensuring complete confidentiality throughout the legal consultation process. To maintain this protection, all discussions must be specifically related to seeking legal advice and must remain confidential between you and our firm.

Q: What happens if my case requires further legal action?

Based on the discussion you and our attorney have we will outline recommended next steps: Initial Retainer and Fee Structure: We will go over our fee structure which can be flat fee with a monthly fee while litigation is ongoing, hourly fees, or contingency fees based amount collected or a combination of any payment structure. Immediate Next Steps: Review and sign our engagement letter outlining the scope of our services Submit the initial retainer payment or initial filing fee payment. Provide key documents Schedule a follow-up meeting to develop our detailed strategy Estimated Timeline and Costs: We will provide an estimated timeline for your case and any additional costs. Payment Options: We accept major credit cards, checks, and electronic transfers Payment plans may be available depending on your circumstances We can discuss alternative fee arrangements if needed

Q: Will I be required to hire the attorney after the free consultation?

No. Our free consultation is without obligation to purchase future legal services.

Q: Is the free consultation really free, or are there hidden charges?

We offer complimentary initial consultations with no obligation to proceed, unless otherwise specified. For complex cases or legal matters beyond our standard practice areas listed on our website, we may recommend scheduling a comprehensive paid consultation with one of our attorneys. The costs of the second consultation with be clearly disclosed before scheduling the consultation.

Q: What types of consumer issues can I discuss during a consultation?

Our legal team offers complimentary 20 to 30-minute consultations focusing on the matters listed below. As a full-service law firm, we consider cases across various practice areas. However, for matters outside these listed categories, a paid consultation may be necessary to thoroughly assess your situation and provide comprehensive legal advice. Debt Lawsuits Judgment Resolution MCA Debt Defense Arbitration Bankruptcy Debt Collector Abuse Identity Theft Mortgage, Real Estate, and Housing Issues Predatory Lending Service Member Credit Issues Student Loans

Q: Will I receive legal advice during a free consultation?

We will provide preliminary advice relating to your circumstances but we will primarily focus on evaluating your case. Legal advice must come from an attorney. Depending upon the complexity of your situation, our attorneys may charge a reasonable fee to understand your complete case and give detailed legal advice.