Usually, I require a $1,500 retainer if there are no children and $2,000 retainer if there are children. We bill against the retainer at $275/hour for the principal attorney, $225/hour for the associate attorney time and $150 for the legal assistant’s time. In some cases, I'll do a flat rate if the parties already have an agreement regarding all issues. If the case appears more complicated than normal, a larger retainer may be required.

Yes, once we file your divorce, we will set up a conciliation hearing to determine child support and a parenting time schedule. It depends on the schedule and the incomes of the parties as to who pays and how much is paid.

Child support is a formula based on your income, your spouse's income, and how much time you have the children.

If you were served by mail, you have 28 days to file an answer with the court. If you were served in person, you have 21 days to respond.

I’ll talk with you and answer any questions that you may have. I'll give you a fee agreement and a questionnaire. Once you are ready to get started, bring in the signed fee agreement, the completed questionnaire, and the retainer, and we will get started on your documents.

Yes. If you feel threatened, you should go to the court and file for a Personal Protection Order (PPO) immediately. Go to the Circuit Court, and they can help you.

An amicable resolution to family matters is always in the best interest of all of the parties. However, if necessary, I can and will aggressively protect my clients and their rights.