Do I qualify?

Our firm's fees are calculated on a sliding scale of your income, but we also take into account expenses such as child support and alimony.  The chart below provides an idea of what your qualified rate might be.  Contact us for an official quote.  

Our firm typically requires a 10-hour retainer be paid up front.  An example of how the sliding scale table works is:

A family of 3 that earns $27,800 a year would pay $65 per hour which would be a $650 retainer.

How much will it cost?

What if I don't qualify?

   

If you do not qualify, you may consider contacting the following organizations:

Montana State Bar

The State Bar's Lawyer Referral Information Service will suggest attorneys in your area who practice a specific area of law a client needs assistance with.

Montana Legal Services Association

Montana Legal Services Association (MLSA) is a law firm that provides low income people legal information, advice, and other services free of charge.  They focus on civil litigation such as consumer and foreclosure law, public benefits, housing law, low income taxpayer clinics, Indian law, and domestic violence. 

Office of the State Public Defender

OPD provides low income people legal assistance in criminal and limited civil matters.

  

If you are not ready to hire an attorney for full representation but need assistance immediately, we offer a 1-hour consultation for a flat fee of $75. During the 1-hour appointment with an attorney, you can develop a case plan, get limited document preparation, or urgent advice for issues including but not limited to parent time disputes and coordinating important case deadlines.  We can usually get you in to see an attorney within 24 hours.