No, the firm charges a flat fee of $475 for a consult up to one hour. The fee is due 24 hours in advance of the consult. When a consult is scheduled, you will receive a link to pay the fee and instructions on where to email any documents.

Yes, provided there is no conflict.

No.

It depends on the amount of work needed. The firm tries to accomplish as much as possible during the prepaid consult. If more work is needed, the retainer will be set depending on the amount of work anticipated.

For example, for a severance negotiation or for prosecuting or defending an EEOC/TWC Charge, the firm requires a minimum retainer of $5,000 and may require more depending on the anticipated amount of work involved.

For a litigation matter, the firm requires a minimum retainer of $10,000 and may require significantly more depending on the anticipated amount of work involved, especially in a non-compete dispute.

No.

Occasionally yes, but only if after evaluating the case during a prepaid consultation, the firm believes it has a chance of prevailing on the merits. No outcome in litigation is ever guaranteed.

No.

The client will be responsible for all expenses, including filing fees, court reporter and videographer fees, process server fees, research fees, document and exhibit preparation fees, expert fees, trial consultant fees, and travel fees. Expenses in an employment case can be $10,000 or more.

Yes, the firm prepares employment contracts for employers on a flat fee. The amount of the flat fee will depend on the amount of work anticipated.

No. For employment contract negotiations, the firm charges by the hour with a minimum retainer of $5,000.

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