There are so many factors involved that it is impossible to give a price without discussing the exact nature of your problem. 99% of the time, The Pierce Law Firm, P.C. will charge a fixed fee through a particular phase of representation (i.e. pre-filing representation, preliminary hearing, trial, etc.) based on the expected number of hours to be expended during that phase. Fees vary with the complexity of the legal issues and facts that accompany each individual case. Hence, at The Pierce Law Firm, initial consultations are free - it does not cost you a dime to come in and discuss your problem with Mr. Pierce.
2. Should I hire an attorney from the locality where I’m having trouble?
The quality of any attorney is not based on what state or county his office is located in. Best results in any case is dependent upon your attorney’s knowledge of the applicable law, courtroom skills and diplomacy - not whether he is an old buddy of the local prosecutor or judge. If the lawyer with the most knowledge and experience is the local lawyer, go with him and if he is the outsider, go with him still.
3. I already have an attorney; but, can you tell me what you think about my case?
You owe your present attorney a reasonable opportunity to hear, discuss and attempt to resolve your problems first. If, after you have voiced your legitimate concerns about your case, he or she does not or cannot make you feel comfortable about his/her continued engagement, then inform that attorney that you would like to seek the opinion of other counsel. Until these courtesies are followed and express permission is granted by present counsel, The Pierce Law Firm, P.C. will not review, or offer advice in, any matter where an attorney-client relationship already exists.
4. If Mr. Pierce determines that I am guilty, will he lose interest in representing me?
Absolutely not! It is his calling to defend - not to judge. In the USA, it is the government’s burden to prove guilt and impose punishment. But, because the government is frequently overzealous and highminded in these pursuits, the consequences for the accused are often unjustly harsh - guilty or not. So, confess to your lawyer so that your defense may be mapped appropriately, confess to God so that your eternal destiny may be mapped appropriately; but say nothing to all others. If the government cannot prove the crime, then that’s their problem.
5. Does the Pierce Law Firm, P.C. handle cases outside the area of criminal defense?
We do handle many personal injury cases. This is consistent with our defense mission to protect the individual’s freedom from financial and emotional hardship so often caused by injuries from car wrecks and other mishaps. For those who have legal needs that fall outside our stated mission, we will refer them to other capable lawyers outside The Pierce Law Firm, P.C. who share our philosophy of client care.
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