Fees

Legal Fees 

If you are considering retaining any attorney for any reason Mr. Brace is available to meet with you to examine your legal situation, answer questions you may have regarding our law firm and how we can best serve you.

There is no charge for this initial consultation. Reasonable retainer rates will be quoted before we start your case. Often, payment plans are possible.

Criminal Defense Fee 

Fees are on a case by case basis, depending on the seriousness of the charges. Mr. Brace does not charge a fee for your initial consultation. Your fee will be quoted in advance. Fees are determined by the complexity of the charges, the estimated time in each phase of your case from arraignment to pre-trial issues and to a trial, if necessary.

Personal Injury

There is never a charge for your initial in-person consultation. There are no attorney fees until after your case is resolved. We will advance the costs related to taking your case forward.  Most cases are handled on a contingency basis and these rates are negotiable. There are never attorney fees charged until your case is resolved.

Business and Civil Cases

Most issues relating to business clients are quoted with hourly rates. Civil Litigation fees are also quoted on an hourly basis with advance retainers often required based on the type of action involved to initiate litigation.