Question 1

Do I have to schedule consultations, phone calls and meetings in advance?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All consultations, phone calls, and meetings must be scheduled in advance in order to allow adequate time and preparation. This applies to all new, existing, and past clients. Phone calls, voicemail messages, and email messages do not replace the need for advanced scheduling.

Question 2

How do I schedule a consultation, phone call, or meeting?

Accepted Answer

In order to schedule a consultation, phone call, or meeting, you must use our scheduling link: www.calendly.com/devonnelaw

Question 3

What is your firm’s communication policy?

Accepted Answer

Our office hours are Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.Emails received outside of business hours, on weekends, or on court holidays are not monitored and will be reviewed during the next business day.Transmission of an email does not create an obligation for an immediate response and should not be relied upon for urgent communications.The firm’s communication policies are designed to preserve uninterrupted time for legal research, drafting, court appearances, client meetings, and other substantive legal work. These procedures allow DeVonne Law to provide efficient and effective representation to all clients.To ensure that all client matters receive the attention they deserve and that attorney time is allocated efficiently, all telephone conferences must be scheduled in advance through our online scheduling system. Unscheduled telephone calls, voicemail messages requesting immediate return calls, and requests for same-day consultations may not be accommodated. Please use the scheduling link provided to reserve a mutually convenient time.Calls to the office are answered by a professional receptionist who assists with message-taking and scheduling. The receptionist does not have the ability to transfer calls directly, interrupt meetings, or otherwise provide immediate access to the attorney. Requests to speak by telephone will be handled through the scheduling process outlined above.For record-keeping, confidentiality, and accuracy, substantive legal advice, case strategy, legal analysis, and case-specific recommendations are not provided by text message. Text messaging should be limited to administrative matters only, such as scheduling, confirming appointments, or transmitting requested contact information or documents.Please note that repeated emails, text messages, voicemail messages, missed calls, or requests conveyed through the receptionist will not expedite a response. Communications are reviewed and addressed in the order and priority deemed appropriate by the office.Absent a previously scheduled appointment or prior arrangement, clients should not expect immediate availability by telephone, even during normal business hours.If your matter involves an impending filing deadline, court appearance, hearing, or other genuinely time-sensitive issue, please contact the office during normal business hours so that appropriate arrangements may be made.

Question 4

How much is the consultation fee?

Accepted Answer

Consultations are required in order to learn how your needs fit within our practice areas. We offer one (1) consultation per legal issue. If you require further assistance after the initial consultation, you will need to retain our office.If you are existing client who would like to discuss a new matter for which you have not retained our firm, a new consultation must be scheduled.Consultation fees are $250.00 for 30 minutes and $500.00 for 60 minutes.Payment for the consultation is due at the time of booking. If you wish to request a 30 minute consultation, please click here: 30 Minute Consultation  If you wish to request a 60 minute consultation, please click here: 60 Minute Consultation  New client appointments scheduled using the existing client link will be cancelled due to nonpayment.Please note that if you cancel your appointment, a full refund will not be issued, due to merchant fees incurred both in booking the appointment and in issuing the refund.

Question 5

Where will consultations and meetings take place?

Accepted Answer

Consultations will occur via phone or Zoom. Client meetings will occur via phone, Zoom or in-person at our office when in person meetings are necessary. Attorney DeVonne will not meet at clients' homes, offices, or other public/private places.

Question 6

What types of cases are outside your scope of practice?

Accepted Answer

If your legal issue is not within our specialized practice areas, we do not accept representation.  In addition to the excluded matters listed above, we do not handle the following types of matters:AppealsAutomobile AccidentsBankruptcyBusiness Disputes Criminal MattersCollectionsConstruction DisputesDomestic DisputesEmployment LawEnforcement of JudgmentsFamily LawForeclosure/Loan ModificationGuardianshipImmigration InsuranceMechanics LiensMedical MalpracticePersonal InjuryPartnershipsRestraining OrdersTaxationWorker’s Compensation

Question 7

Can I book a consultation for a matter that is outside your practice area?

Accepted Answer

No, we do not offer consultations for matters that are outside our scope of practice.

Question 8

What areas does DeVonne Law service?

Accepted Answer

Attorney DeVonne is only licensed to practice law in the State of California.  Service areas include the following counties: Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Riverside.

Question 9

Am I required to retain DeVonne Law after the initial consultation?

Accepted Answer

No. You are not obligated to retain our services after the initial consultation. During the consultation,  Attorney DeVonne will provide you with legal guidance concerning your issue and you are free to proceed as you wish. The consultation does not guarantee that Attorney DeVonne will take your case. The consultation fee is non-refundable.

Question 10

What is the typical retainer required?

Accepted Answer

Cases are assessed on a case by case basis since every case is different. Below is a general estimate of the retainer fee required for legal matters within our practice area. Please keep in mind that the retainer fee is not an estimate of the total legal fees and costs; it is simply an advance.Basic Estate Planning: $2,500 (single individual)$3,500 (married couple)Trust Administration:$3,500 – $12,000Summary Probate Procedures: $6,500 – $8,500Probate Administration: $15,000 – $30,000Litigation: Trust, Probate, and Real Estate: $10,000 - $25,000

Question 11

Do you offer payment plans?

Accepted Answer

No. Unfortunately, our firm is unable to offer payment plans. The retainer is required to be paid in full in order to retain our firm.

Areas of Practice

REAL ESTATE LAW

PROBATE

ESTATE PLANNING

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