Legal Fees
How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Lawyer in Maryland or D.C.?
There is never a good time to be injured or arrested, and most people don't budget for the unexpected expense of hiring an attorney. As a result, many people who are involved in unexpected accidents or who are accused of crimes are concerned about how much it will cost to hire a lawyer. The short answer is, it depends. That answer may be unsatisfying but it is certainly true. The cost of a hiring a personal injury or criminal defense attorney in Maryland or the District of Columbia can vary based on several different things. For example, a criminal defense attorney's experience, ability, and credentials can all vary which, in turn, will vary the cost of retaining their services. In addition to those variables, the facts of each case, as well as the specific charges one is facing, will vary the cost. When it comes to personal injury claims, most attorneys offer what are known as “contingency fees.” Under this arrangement, clients do not pay out-of-pocket legal fees but, rather, pay such costs via a percentage of their settlements or verdicts. If no settlement or verdict is obtained, the client is typically not responsible for attorney fees.
Regardless of the circumstances you are facing, it is essential that you speak to an experienced attorney right away if you have been injured by the negligence of another, or if you were arrested for a crime in Maryland or Washington, D.C. Our team is here to answer your questions and provide the dedicated representation you need during this difficult time.
Bargain Lawyers May Not Be Bargains
Be cautious about trying to find the cheapest lawyer in Maryland or the District of Columbia. Just as you shouldn't bargain shop for a heart surgeon, you shouldn't bargain shop for a lawyer when your freedom, future, and so many other things are at stake. It can be easy to find a cheap lawyer, but it can prove much more difficult to find the best personal injury or criminal defense lawyer for you and your situation.
What Does Gracia & Mintz Charge for Legal Fees?
Please give us a call at (301) 842-8584 or fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment to discuss the details of your case and the appropriate fee. Gracia & Mintz offer flat fees in criminal and DUI cases, which means that you will know exactly what the cost of our firms representation will be when you hire us. Flat fees protect the client by "capping" the total amount of legal fees. As a result, the risk that their criminal defense attorney fees will go higher and higher is eliminated. A lot of people would love to be able to just look at a menu style price list on our webpage, but legal services done right aren't subject to that type of a cookie-cutter analysis.
What About Payment Plans?
At the conclusion of your free consultation, our office will advise you of exactly what we believe the cost of our representation will be. You, of course, do not need to have any money at the initial meeting. Unlike other law firms, we will not pressure you to sign a retainer agreement that day. The estimate we give you represents what we expect your legal matter to cost and barring any change in your circumstances, our estimates are valid for 7 days.
At Gracia & Mintz, we understand that, as a consequence of the demands and rigors of everyday life, it may be easier for some to pay their legal services via a payment plan. That is why we try to work with our clients and offer various payment plans. We accept payments in the form of Cash, Check, Visa®, MasterCard® or American Express®, and you can retain our criminal defense attorneys by telephone with a credit card.
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Injured? Get the Experienced Representation You Need
Having handled thousands of cases in Maryland’s courts, our team is equipped to fight for your rights and work to secure the compensation you deserve.
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Don’t Wait – Your Future Depends on It
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Extensive Courtroom Experience
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$650,000 Car Accident Verdict
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Not Guilty Second Degree Assault
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Three counts of Felony Assault, Three counts of Misdemeanor Assault, Three counts of using a Firearm in a Crime of Violence(each
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$150,000 Car Accident Settlement
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$120,000 Dog Bite Settlement
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$100,000 Dog Bite Settlement