Divorce Attorney Fee Packages

Written By: Gadtke & Beyer, LLC | Published On: 8th January 2011 | Category: Uncategorized | RSS Feed

Effective for All New Clients Beginning January 2011.

1.  Premier Service Package: $1,000.00*  This service package is designed for individuals who expect their divorce to be uncontested. It includes the following:

  • Gadtke & Beyer Customer Service Guarantee. To see what this includes, click here (http://www.gadtke.com/gadtke-beyer-guarantee.html)
  • Unlimited contact with and assistance from paralegals trained in family law during your case;
  • 2 – 45 minute strategy sessions/meetings with your attorney to discuss your case;
  • Drafting of all legal documents necessary to start your divorce (e.g., Summons, Petition, Confidential Information Form, Certificate of Representation and Parties, and Financial Affidavit for Child Support);
  • Drafting of an Asset Disposition Analysis showing the value of your assets and suggesting a fair property division;
  • Determining income for child support and spousal maintenance under Minnesota law;
  • Calculating child support pursuant to the Minnesota Child Support Guidelines; and
  • Drafting of the final paperwork necessary to resolve your case – Stipulated Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, Order for Judgment, and Judgment and Decree.
  • This package does not include representation of client in negotiations or in contested litigation.  By selecting the Premier Service Package, client represents that client has or will reach a final agreement on all issues with their spouse independently.

2.  Expanded Service Package: $Varies by Case. Call for Free Evaluation**  This service package is designed for people who demand exceptional value for their money. It is intended for individuals do not have a complete agreement on the terms of their divorce and who anticipate that their divorce may be contested or that court hearings may be necessary.  It includes the following:

  • Full-service legal representation covering all attorney work up to and including the Pretrial Conference. It does not include representation at trial or preparation for trial. Does this matter to you? Click here for more information (http://www.gadtke.com/fee-packages-and-trial)
  • Gadtke & Beyer Customer Service Guarantee. To see what this includes, click here (http://www.gadtke.com/gadtke-beyer-guarantee.html)
  • Unlimited contact with and assistance from your attorney during your case;
  • Unlimited contact with and assistance from a family law paralegal during your case;
  • Unlimited drafting of any legal documents necessary to start your divorce (e.g., Summons, Petition, Confidential Information Form, Certificate of Representation and Parties, and Financial Affidavit for Child Support);
  • Unlimited representation at all divorce court hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, etc., during your case, up to and including the Pretrial Conference;
  • Unlimited use of discovery tools and third-party subpoenas necessary to verify your spouse’s assets or income;
  • Unlimited assistance in determining and resolving any child custody or parenting time issues;
  • Drafting of an Asset Disposition Analysis showing the value of your assets and suggesting a fair property division;
  • Determining income for child support and spousal maintenance under Minnesota law;
  • Calculating child support pursuant to the Minnesota Child Support Guidelines;
  • Drafting of the final paperwork necessary to resolve your case (i.e., Stipulated Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, Order for Judgment, and Judgment and Decree); and
  • A predictable, flat-fee cost option for continued representation at trial, if necessary.

3.  Ultimate Service Package: $25,000.00****  This service package is designed for people who demand the absolute best in customer service and legal representation. It is intended for people do not have a complete agreement on the terms of their divorce and who anticipate that a trial will be necessary to resolve their case. It includes the following:

  • All of the services offered at the Expanded Service levels, plus:
  • Complete representation at Trial.

4.  Hourly Billing Package:  Hourly Billing. Price Varies.  This service package is designed for people for whom cost is no object. The typical retainer fee is $2,500. Attorney fees are billed by the hour. Attorney fees can range from $1,000 to $60,000. Contact our office for more details.

CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS:

* The Basic Service Package is subject to the following limitations: (1) All calculations and analysis are performed using documents that you provide to us. This package does not include using any legal means (such as third-party subpoenas) to obtain additional information; (2) You are responsible for paying all costs for services performed by third-parties. Examples of typical costs includes things like court filing fees, process server fees, expert witness fees, appraisal fees, etc.; and (3) Does not include drafting of post-divorce documents, which are sometimes necessary to divide retirement assets.  Limited offer based on attorney availability.

** The Expanded Service Package is subject to the following limitations: (1) You are responsible for paying all costs for services performed by third-parties. Examples of typical costs includes things like court filing fees, motion filing fees, process server fees, expert witness fees, court-reporter fees, appraisal fees, etc; and (2) Does not include drafting of post-divorce documents, which are sometimes necessary to divide retirement assets. Limited offer based on attorney availability.

*** The Ultimate Service Package is subject to the following limitations: (1) You are responsible for paying all costs for services performed by third-parties. Examples of typical costs includes things like process server fees, expert witness fees, court-reporter fees, appraisal fees, etc; and (2) Does not include drafting of post-divorce documents, which are sometimes necessary to divide retirement assets. Limited offer based on attorney availability.

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