INITIAL INQUIRY

Some inquiries require professional time to understand the circumstances and consider whether I can offer further services. When this preliminary review is necessary, I charge a $100 Initial Review Fee, disclosed before the review begins.

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The $100 fee compensates me solely for time spent on the limited initial review of your inquiry. It does not purchase a legal consultation, legal advice, or a plan of action.

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WHAT THE REVIEW COVERS

The review is limited to becoming familiar with your description of the matter and any materials I specifically request for intake purposes, and considering whether the matter may be suitable for further consultation or representation. It does not include a comprehensive examination of your documents, independent legal research, or a determination of your rights, obligations, or prospects of success.

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WHAT THE FEE DOES NOT INCLUDE

The fee does not include a consultation by telephone, video, or in person; a written legal opinion or memorandum; answers to substantive legal or tax questions; or a strategy, blueprint, or step-by-step recommendation for resolving your situation. Those services require a separately agreed scope and fee.

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Payment does not guarantee that I will accept your matter, offer further services, identify a workable course of action, or determine that your problem has a legal or practical solution. The initial review may end with a decision that I cannot assist. It may also establish that a separate, more substantial engagement would be needed even to evaluate whether any viable options exist.

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FURTHER SERVICES

Any consultation or representation is subject to conflict clearance, my express acceptance, and agreement on the scope and fees. Payment of the Initial Review Fee does not, by itself, engage me to advise you on or handle the underlying matter, take action on your behalf, or monitor or protect any deadline.

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The fee is earned for the initial review actually performed, regardless of whether further services are offered or a potential solution is identified. Any unearned portion will be refunded. A credit toward future services may be offered if expressly agreed.

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BEFORE SENDING PAYMENT OR DOCUMENTS

Please first provide a brief description of your inquiry and the names of the parties involved. Wait for instructions before sending payment or detailed or sensitive documents.