Frequently Asked Questions
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Does it make sense
for me to hire a lawyer?
If you have a legal problem, or a problem that a court of law would address, one
of the first issues to consider is whether you would benefit by retaining an
attorney. The answer is different in each case, and it depends on a number of
factors.
The first issue to consider in determining whether to retain a lawyer is whether
you have a claim, or whether someone else has a claim against you.
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What is
"lawyer-client confidence," or the "attorney-client privilege?"
Simply stated, an attorney cannot ethically divulge any information or
communication made to him in confidence. The rationale for this rule, called the
"attorney-client privilege," is that clients or prospective clients will likely
be more open in their communications with attorneys if they know that the
attorney will not divulge potentially harmful information.
How much will this
cost?
Legal costs depend upon the complexity of your case. During the
initial consultation, your attorney will discuss fees, including
the amount of the "retainer" that will be required to begin your
case. (A "retainer" is a quoted amount of money that is
deposited into a trust account and withdrawn monthly to cover
the costs of your case.) While we make every effort to provide
an estimate for you, please be aware that unforeseen
circumstances can affect the final cost.
How can I keep
track of my legal fees?
The
Howe Law Firm will send you an itemized statement each
month detailing the costs associated with your case. We make
every effort to provide clear and accurate invoices, and will
answer your billing questions free of charge at any time.
Do you take cases on a "flat fee" or
"contingency" basis?
Colorado family law does not allow contingency cases, and we
have found that the most cost effective family law case is one
that is billed only for actual hours spent on your case. There
are many ways we can keep your costs to a minimum, which is
contrary to a "flat fee" arrangement.
How can I keep costs to a minimum?
While The Howe Law Firm will work to keep your costs to a
minimum, there are many things that you can do to manage your
legal fees. Your direct cooperation in getting all pertinent
information to your attorney in a timely manner will help to
keep your costs down. In addition, noting the significant costs
associated with going to court, we have found that it is
essential to continually explore all settlement options. When it
is your best interests to proceed to court, however, every
effort will be made to manage the expense.
Contact Attorney James P. Howe by
Email or call us
today at (401) 788-0600 to
with speak with someone from our firm.
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