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Flat-Fee Pricing
At Butler Law Firm, you know the cost up front. These are our typical initial fees and monthly flat fees for common matters.
| Type of matter | Typical initial fee | Monthly recurring fee |
|---|---|---|
| Visitation | $3,500 | $395/month |
| Child Support | $2,500 | $295/month |
| Custody | $5,500 | $595/month |
| DSS Investigation / DSS Matter | $3,500 | $395/month |
| Emergency Hearing | $7,200 | $595/month |
| Expedited Hearing | $6,500 | $595/month |
| Rule to Show Cause | $4,200 | $395/month |
| Uncontested Divorce | $3,500 | $295/month |
| Contested Divorce | $5,000 | $595/month |
| Criminal Defense | $2,500–$7,500 | $95–$995/month |
| Appeals | $5,000–$15,000 | $295–$995/month |
| Pardon/Expungement | $3,500 | $295/month |
These are typical fees for general informational purposes only. They are not a quote or guarantee for any particular case. Fees may be higher when a matter involves unusual complexity, extensive discovery, emergency relief, multiple contested issues, expert witnesses, additional parties, substantial litigation, travel, or other circumstances requiring additional attorney or staff time.
What the monthly fee covers
The monthly recurring fee begins as stated in the representation agreement and ends when the case is closed. It includes many of the routine legal services needed to move a case forward:
- Drafting pleadings and other case-related documents
- Legal research, case development, and preparation
- Office, telephone, and virtual meetings
- Emails, messages, and other client communications
- Postage and routine correspondence
- Attorney services for mediation and depositions
- Attorney services for hearings and trial, including attendance by an assignment attorney when appropriate
- Attorney mileage related to representation
- Drafting proposed orders and other orders
- Communication and negotiations with opposing counsel
- Communication with the Guardian ad Litem
- MyCase client portal access, with no percentage-based fee charged by the firm when payment is made by credit or debit card
Additional costs and your final fee
Third-party expenses are not included. After reviewing the facts and circumstances of your matter, Butler Law Firm will provide the actual fees required for representation before you retain the firm. The written representation agreement controls if it differs from this general pricing information.
Download the printable pricing guide (PDF)
This pricing guide is informational only and does not create an attorney-client relationship.
Get your exact fee in writing
Call to schedule a consultation. We will tell you the actual fee before you hire us.