ENGAGE USIf you would like to engage our law firm to represent you, please contact us by phone, fax, e-mail or "snailmail," with a very brief description of the reason for your call. Your contact does not necessarily mean that we agree to represent you. Initially, we must determine if your matter falls within our areas of practice, and whether there is a conflict of interest or other reason why we cannot assist you. Any response we may provide to your contact is not a promise that we will represent you. It is not a promise of confidentiality. It is not a promise that we will meet your deadline or any applicable statute of limitations. It may only be a courtesy response to your inquiry. A telephonic or personal consultation with an attorney may be necessary, depending upon the circumstances. There is a fee for the initial consultation. If we are retained within thirty (30) days of the date of the initial consultation, the consultation fee will be credited to your bill. We usually do not undertake representation until three (3) requirements are met:
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We cannot provide legal advice unless and until we have been engaged. We usually do not begin to represent a client until an agreement relating to fees and costs has been reached, any necessary retainer has been paid and we have received the documents relevant to the case. Depending upon the nature of the case and the size of the retainer, a lien on assets or the potential recovery may be required to secure payment. Money can be electronically transferred to the firm by credit card payment or by wire transfer. To pay by credit card, click here. For wire transfer instructions, click here. To engage us, see the requirements, above. We accept:
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