SLIDING SCALE AND MODEST MEANS RATES
In order to allow a greater share of people access to an experienced lawyer, I am committed to keeping my rates affordable. My reduced fees and retainers are as follows:
Sliding Scale: The hourly fee and amount of retainer is based on the client's verified gross household income and the complexity of the case. Fees range from $85 to $150 per hour for full representation. Initial retainers range from $1,200 to $2,000.
Modest Means: Since 2001, I have devoted a portion of my practice to accepting clients referred to me by the Oregon State Bar's Modest Means Program. The Modest Means Program has three fee tiers: $60, $80, and $100 per hour. The amount of the initial retainer under this program is set by the attorney assigned to the client. If I am the assigned attorney, the initial retainer will be between $1,200 and $2,000. For further information on the Oregon Modest Means Program, go to (http://www.oregonstatebar.org/public/ris/) or call 1800-452-8260.
Retainers: An initial retainer is required for full representation. The amount of the retainer is determined by the hourly fee you are being charged and the complexity of the case. The retainer is held in a client trust account. As I work on the case, I am paid from the retainer. As the retainer amount is reduced, the client is required to submit a supplemental retainer to maintain the balance in the client trust account.
Limited Scope Drafting and Review of Documents and Consultation: I am available to draft and review legal documents and for consultation related to the documents on a limited scope basis for $150 per hour. No retainer is required, although the per hour charge must be submitted at the commencement of the service.
In order to allow a greater share of people access to an experienced lawyer, I am committed to keeping my rates affordable. My reduced fees and retainers are as follows:
Sliding Scale: The hourly fee and amount of retainer is based on the client's verified gross household income and the complexity of the case. Fees range from $85 to $150 per hour for full representation. Initial retainers range from $1,200 to $2,000.
Modest Means: Since 2001, I have devoted a portion of my practice to accepting clients referred to me by the Oregon State Bar's Modest Means Program. The Modest Means Program has three fee tiers: $60, $80, and $100 per hour. The amount of the initial retainer under this program is set by the attorney assigned to the client. If I am the assigned attorney, the initial retainer will be between $1,200 and $2,000. For further information on the Oregon Modest Means Program, go to (http://www.oregonstatebar.org/public/ris/) or call 1800-452-8260.
Retainers: An initial retainer is required for full representation. The amount of the retainer is determined by the hourly fee you are being charged and the complexity of the case. The retainer is held in a client trust account. As I work on the case, I am paid from the retainer. As the retainer amount is reduced, the client is required to submit a supplemental retainer to maintain the balance in the client trust account.
Limited Scope Drafting and Review of Documents and Consultation: I am available to draft and review legal documents and for consultation related to the documents on a limited scope basis for $150 per hour. No retainer is required, although the per hour charge must be submitted at the commencement of the service.
