What can you expect as a client?

Some clients are unsure whether or not they need the services of a lawyer. If this is the case, a short initial consultation may be required. This initial consultation is free of charge.
When it is determined that you need legal services, you will be told what to expect as far as terms of payment and services. To make these terms clear, a written agreement will be entered into setting out the anticipated costs and fees and the work that the lawyer is authorized to perform for you.

In some cases, members of "prepaid legal services" groups or organizations may have all or part of their legal fees and costs paid. If you are not a member of such an organization, you are responsible for payment of these fees and costs.
Many cases require a "retainer" fee, which is payment in advance for legal services and costs. Some fees are estimated as a "flat fee" for all services required, based upon the complexity of the work involved. Other fees are based on an hourly rate for time actually spent on the legal services. In all situations you will understand your options and know what to expect from the contract for services to which you are agreeing.
As your legal services are performed, if unexpected developments occur which require unanticipated legal services or expenses, you will immediately be informed of these circumstances and how your agreement for services will be impacted.

Phone: 337-231-5150 | Fax: 337-231-5811
Email: davidkaufman@bellsouth.net