What is the ballpark price for a retainer for a divorce attorney in mid-America? There would be community property and two minors involved. Just trying to get a general idea.
2006-09-22 10:01:03 · 11 answers · asked by Arlene06 4 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
depends how sticky and drawn out the divorce is going to be...
generally my office charges $1000 for a retainer and we usually have to charge more afterwards
2006-09-22 10:03:49 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most retainers in WI are $500-1000. Can't help with the rest, we did Pro Se. (do-it-yourself divorce).
You can do it too, if there's NO fighting over property or custody!
My condolences, and good luck.
2006-09-22 10:04:43 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Varies from lawyer to lawyer, some may charge a retainer of anywhere from $ 500- $1000.
2006-09-22 10:03:36 · answer #3 · answered by WC 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
would not look fishy in any respect. criminal experts are frequently stiffed by making use of their customers, and at the same time as the money runs out, the criminal specialist won't be able to easily supply up engaged on the case. subsequently, some criminal experts ask for a retainer up the front which will likely conceal the price of maximum or all the artwork. you're entitled to a reimbursement of any unused money as well as an accounting of all expenditures.
2016-11-23 15:49:33 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go through yer phone book...lots of them give free consultations...that is a good way to get a ballpark figure...usually around a $500 retainer...but does vary....let yer fingers do the walking
be cool.
2006-09-22 10:03:37 · answer #5 · answered by CC Babydoll 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It cost me $1,500.00 for the retainer a couple of years ago. Check with reputable attorneys or your local bar association and they can let you know.
2006-09-22 10:04:42 · answer #6 · answered by swarr2001 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mine charged $500 for his fee.
2006-09-22 10:03:01 · answer #7 · answered by physandchemteach 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a consultation first which is free!
2006-09-22 10:16:25 · answer #8 · answered by sicilyuk 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
just went through it a year ago and it cost me 2500
2006-09-22 10:06:40 · answer #9 · answered by patrick b 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't understand are his teeth crooked?
2006-09-22 10:03:51 · answer #10 · answered by Poppies_rule 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋