Safety, cost and court: your questions

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Yes. Tell us the one way to reach you that is safe, whether a work phone, a friend’s number or email, and we will use only that.

Yes, often. Many of our cases have a lawyer on each side.

It depends on how much the two of you agree on. After the first meeting we give you a range and the fee arrangement in writing.

We tell you the fee for a first meeting when you book it, before you come in.

Not always. Many cases settle with an agreement the judge signs. Protective orders almost always have a short hearing.

Any court papers you have received, a list of your questions, and, for a divorce or support case, recent pay stubs.

We work in the courts around Kansas City. If your case is farther away, we will say so and help you find someone local.