At Davis Law Group, we understand that reaching out to an attorney for the first time is a big step.
Whether you’re navigating a family matter, handling the administration of a loved one’s estate, or planning for your own future, you want to be confident that your time — and your investment — are well spent.
That’s why we take the initial consultation process seriously. In some practice areas, these meetings require significant preparation and personalized analysis. In others, they serve as an opportunity to get acquainted, discuss goals, and decide whether ongoing representation is the right fit. Below, we explain when and why our firm charges for consultations — and what you can expect to gain from that first meeting.
When Consultation Fees Apply
We do not require consultation fees for estate planning or most business matters. These meetings are typically introductory in nature — a chance for us to learn about your goals and for you to learn about our approach before deciding to move forward.
However, for more complex or time-sensitive legal matters — including domestic and family law (such as divorce or custody issues), and estate and trust administration (when a loved one has passed away and the family needs help navigating probate, executorship, or trust responsibilities) — we do charge an initial consultation fee.
This fee reflects the considerable time, expertise, and preparation that goes into ensuring those meetings are productive and tailored to your exact needs.
What Happens Before the Meeting
For estate and trust administration matters in particular, our attorneys and paralegals begin work well before you arrive. Prior to your consultation, we send you an organizer requesting key information and documents about the estate or trust. Our team then reviews everything in advance — from wills and deeds to financial records and court filings — and even pulls additional documents from public land records if necessary.
By the time you sit down with us, we will already have a clear understanding of the assets, potential issues, and next steps. We often prepare customized charts and summaries to help explain the estate’s structure and obligations, ensuring that your meeting time is spent discussing real solutions — not gathering background details.
The Value of Your Consultation
These initial sessions typically last between 1.5 to 2 hours, during which we:
Walk you through your legal rights and obligations
Explain fiduciary duties if you’re serving as an executor or trustee
Discuss tax, distribution, and asset management concerns
Provide strategies to handle any disputes or challenges that may arise
Answer all of your specific questions in detail
In many cases, clients leave this meeting with the knowledge, documents, and confidence needed to move forward independently. If further representation is required, we remain available on an hourly basis — but often, that first session gives families exactly what they need to proceed effectively and legally.
For domestic and family law consultations, the process is similar. We review any background materials you provide in advance, then dedicate the meeting time to addressing your unique situation. Clients also leave with a folder of educational materials — practical resources designed to help them understand their options and next steps. Any additional legal consultation that may be needed can be provided on an hourly basis.
Our Commitment to Transparency and Value
At Davis Law Group, our goal is never simply to bill for time — it’s to provide immediate value and lasting peace of mind. When a consultation fee applies, it’s because meaningful preparation and substantive legal analysis go into that first meeting. You’re not receiving general advice — you’re receiving personalized guidance based on your exact circumstances.
Our hope is that every client walks away from their initial meeting feeling more informed, less overwhelmed, and confident about what comes next — whether that means continuing with our firm or moving forward independently.
Set up a Consultation Today
If you’re ready to schedule a consultation, please contact our office today. We’ll help determine whether a consultation fee applies to your situation, what to expect from your first meeting with our attorneys, and how to get prepared for this critical time we’ll spend together.
Why We Sometimes Charge Consultation Fees — and Why They’re Worth It
At Davis Law Group, we understand that reaching out to an attorney for the first time is a big step.
Whether you’re navigating a family matter, handling the administration of a loved one’s estate, or planning for your own future, you want to be confident that your time — and your investment — are well spent.
That’s why we take the initial consultation process seriously. In some practice areas, these meetings require significant preparation and personalized analysis. In others, they serve as an opportunity to get acquainted, discuss goals, and decide whether ongoing representation is the right fit. Below, we explain when and why our firm charges for consultations — and what you can expect to gain from that first meeting.
When Consultation Fees Apply
We do not require consultation fees for estate planning or most business matters. These meetings are typically introductory in nature — a chance for us to learn about your goals and for you to learn about our approach before deciding to move forward.
However, for more complex or time-sensitive legal matters — including domestic and family law (such as divorce or custody issues), and estate and trust administration (when a loved one has passed away and the family needs help navigating probate, executorship, or trust responsibilities) — we do charge an initial consultation fee.
This fee reflects the considerable time, expertise, and preparation that goes into ensuring those meetings are productive and tailored to your exact needs.
What Happens Before the Meeting
For estate and trust administration matters in particular, our attorneys and paralegals begin work well before you arrive. Prior to your consultation, we send you an organizer requesting key information and documents about the estate or trust. Our team then reviews everything in advance — from wills and deeds to financial records and court filings — and even pulls additional documents from public land records if necessary.
By the time you sit down with us, we will already have a clear understanding of the assets, potential issues, and next steps. We often prepare customized charts and summaries to help explain the estate’s structure and obligations, ensuring that your meeting time is spent discussing real solutions — not gathering background details.
The Value of Your Consultation
These initial sessions typically last between 1.5 to 2 hours, during which we:
In many cases, clients leave this meeting with the knowledge, documents, and confidence needed to move forward independently. If further representation is required, we remain available on an hourly basis — but often, that first session gives families exactly what they need to proceed effectively and legally.
For domestic and family law consultations, the process is similar. We review any background materials you provide in advance, then dedicate the meeting time to addressing your unique situation. Clients also leave with a folder of educational materials — practical resources designed to help them understand their options and next steps. Any additional legal consultation that may be needed can be provided on an hourly basis.
Our Commitment to Transparency and Value
At Davis Law Group, our goal is never simply to bill for time — it’s to provide immediate value and lasting peace of mind. When a consultation fee applies, it’s because meaningful preparation and substantive legal analysis go into that first meeting. You’re not receiving general advice — you’re receiving personalized guidance based on your exact circumstances.
Our hope is that every client walks away from their initial meeting feeling more informed, less overwhelmed, and confident about what comes next — whether that means continuing with our firm or moving forward independently.
Set up a Consultation Today
If you’re ready to schedule a consultation, please contact our office today. We’ll help determine whether a consultation fee applies to your situation, what to expect from your first meeting with our attorneys, and how to get prepared for this critical time we’ll spend together.
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