Consultations
We provide free 30-minute consultations via telephone. A consultation involves talking generally about the legal problem and identifying a general sense of the work involved to achieve the best possible outcome.
We offer in person meetings by appointment as the next step in the process to determine if Ms. Barsegian is the right lawyer for you, and whether our office can help you achieve your goals. The relationship between a lawyer and her client is just like any other inter-personal relationship, requiring open communication, mutual respect, and the ability to work together. You do not have to make a decision at the initial meeting. We do not pressure our clients, but simply look forward to meeting you in person to discuss the case, your options, and how we can help. However, if your case requires immediate attention, such as a statutory deadline to respond or a mandatory court hearing, we do need time to adequately prepare and protect your interest.
Hiring Our Office
If you decide to hire us, representation commences once a written fee agreement is executed, and payment arrangements are made. Our fee structures vary by the case.
Attorney Fee Options
Depending upon the type of case, fees may be reasonable hourly rates where the services performed will be charged at the hourly rate and billed against the retainer provided. In addition, the client is responsible to pay any out-of-pocket expenses, such as court filing fees and messenger services. A retainer is provided to engage Ms. Barsegian’s services, and the amount of the retainer depends upon the circumstances of your case. Clients rightfully want to know how much this will all cost. This depends on the factors of your case, from the unreasonableness of the opposing party, complexity of your issues, and your specific goals. It is impossible to guarantee a maximum amount. Keeping this in mind, our office consults with you regarding the options available to you, the likelihood of success on the issues, and the cost v. benefit analysis.
We understand that hiring an attorney and providing a retainer fee is not financially possible for some clients. If you are interested in hiring an attorney to help you with a specific aspect of your case but do not wish to retain an attorney on all the issues, unbundled family law services (also known as Limited Scope Representation) are an option. This option allows the client to self-represent while obtaining the legal services needed. To minimize your legal costs, we offer family law services for certain tasks or issues, such as attending a court hearing, filing an Order to Show Cause or specific motion, and assisting in document preparation. Going through the family law courts involves multi step processes, and depending on your specific needs, our office is available to assist you.
We also offer flat fee arrangements for clients. This arrangement is usually available for drafting legal documents, attending a court hearing with you, document preparation services, uncontested matters.
You Have Choices
Our goal is to tailor fees to fairly capture the level of service and work provided and the value conferred to our client. We also provide payment plans, and accept credit cards.
To help clients manage their attorney fees and costs, Law Office of Ana Barsegian provides online payments made from the privacy of their home using PayPal. Credit card payments through PayPal are available only to existing clients. Please click on the Payment tab and you will be directed to a secure site to make your payment.
