FAQs

We provide a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation, typically scheduled for the same day or later in the week. We request that the person seeking the consultation call our office at the appointed time. We also offer virtual consultations lasting 30 to 45 minutes for a fee of $150, which includes document review. These consultations are conducted via Microsoft Teams unless another platform is requested. For in-person consultations, we offer a 45-minute session at our office for $300, which includes a comprehensive review of all relevant documents. All consultation fees must be paid 24 hours in advance. If you're looking for a qualified family attorney in Dutchess County, NY, please contact us today.

The retainer fee is determined on a case-by-case basis. We estimate the number of hours your case may require based on its specific elements. The exact retainer amount will be provided after the initial consultation is completed. For assistance from a dependable criminal attorney in Dutchess County, NY, please contact our office.

At our law office, we consider a divorce uncontested when both parties agree to divorce and have reached an amicable agreement on asset division, child support, spousal support, and child custody. For such cases, we charge a flat fee retainer of $2,500, which covers two drafts of a settlement agreement. If an agreement isn't reached after the second draft, the case is no longer considered uncontested, and we switch to an hourly rate. Additional filing fees for matrimonial actions are paid directly to the county. For information on filing fees in Dutchess County, please visit the county clerk's website. If you need a family attorney for your divorce proceedings in Dutchess County, NY, please reach out to us.

The duration of a legal process varies significantly depending on the specifics of your case and the assigned judge. While we can't provide an exact timeline, we strive to guide you through the process and explain the workings of the court system. We'll also provide information about the specific court and judge overseeing your case. For experienced legal representation from a family attorney in Dutchess County, NY, please contact our office.

A person in need of supervision (PINS) petition cannot be filed by a private attorney. It must be filed with the family court in the child's county of residence. Petition forms are available at the family court building or on the New York courts website. Once filed and docketed, a county attorney is appointed to handle the case if it's not resolved through probation diversion. For matters requiring a family attorney in Dutchess County, NY, please contact our office.

We offer financing options through Flexxbuy, which provides flexible attorney legal fee financing for individuals with various credit scores, including both prime and sub-prime. If you need a criminal law attorney in Dutchess County, NY, please contact our office to discuss your options.

We require the full retainer amount to be paid at the time of signing the retainer agreement. We do not offer payment plans for our services. If you require the assistance of a criminal law attorney in Dutchess County, NY, please contact our office to discuss your case and our fee structure.