Industry Myths Busted

There are a variety of “myths” out there surrounding the legal world. Over the next few weeks we would like to take a few minutes to bust some of these myths.

“Hiring a lawyer is always expensive”

You might have heard that hiring a lawyer is always expensive, but what is expensive? You wouldn’t ask your mechanic to fix your car for free, so why wouldn’t you pay for legal services?

But that doesn’t mean it’s always expensive.

Initial consult fees are often charged & provide a starting point for clients. After the initial consult, clients can decide how they wish to proceed with various legal matters.

If you have a low income, you may be eligible for Legal Aid which is a subsidized service that provides legal services in the areas of family law, family violence matters, child welfare, immigration, and youth and adult criminal defense.

Some matters require an hourly rate, while others such as wills, and real estate deals are flat rate fees. If you are unsure, ask your local law office what the fees will be. We are always happy to help and give you a quote so you know ahead of time what you can expect to pay.