AFFORDABLE LEGAL DEFENSE
CONSULTATIONS
A consultation is required before any case is accepted in our office for representation. Your consultation is a conversation with an attorney to discuss the important details of your case. Not everything will be discussed during your consultation – but please do not hide anything even if you believe it sounds or looks bad.
The best way to figure out how to move forward with your case is to be open and honest during your consultation. Remember, as long as you are seeking legal advice or representation the consultation will be confidential and privileged. This is so even if you never hire an attorney.
Before consulting with an attorney, you should make sure that you properly prepare for the consultation by gathering any information about your case. This may include, but not limited to, contracts, police or accident reports, employment records, divorce decree, or child custody orders. During the consultation, the attorney must determine if they can legally and competently represent you based on the information you provide to the attorney.
NOTE: It is extremely important to remember that a consultation does not mean that the attorney is officially representing you or has taken on your case.
FEES AND EXPENSES – Contingent, Hourly, and/or Flat Fee Rates
The Law Office of Diamond J. Hayes, PLLC believes that anyone accused of a crime in Houston or needs a family law attoreny should have access to competent, affordable defense. Being charged with a crime can be a frightening experience and can place a tremendous amount of stress on the lives of the accused as well as their family members and loved ones. The guidance of an affordable lawyer in Houston should not be a luxury available only to a select few. Don’t let the charges and possible conviction of a sex crime, aggravated robbery, or drug possession ruin your life.
Fees paid for your legal services will be transparent and affordable. Depending on the type of case, we will represent you contingently, hourly, and/or at a flat fee rate. You will know exactly what services and expenses are covered and what are not. Every case will have both legal fees and expenses.
PAYMENT PLANS – Affordable Legal Defense
You and the consulting attorney will have an honest conversation about your financial situation before moving forward with your case. In some instances, payment plans may be available as well. Fortunately, there are several options available to finance your legal fees.
Check out https://www.finder.com/financing-options-for-legal-fees, and other similar services to help you find a loan to pay for legal fees and expenses when you do not have the money upfront.