How Much Does a Great Criminal Defense Attorney Cost in Minnesota?
It is always a hard question to answer. How much does a car cost? How much does a house cost? How much do shoes cost? Worse, it doesn’t really help when somebody says, well," “it depends.” Unfortunately, that is actually the answer. There are a whole list of factors that can impact what you might pay to have a top notch criminal defense attorney by your side. That being said, consider starting with that top notch attorney. After all, it is worth doing, make sure you have an experienced Minnesota criminal defense attorney by your side who does it well.
“The short answer is Go with the best you can afford.”
What Factors Impact the Cost of a Good Criminal Defense Attorney in Minnesota?
The cost of a criminal defense attorney can vary greatly based on factors including
The complexity of the case;
Seriousness of the charges;
Where the case is being tried;
The Attorney’s experience and reptuation;
The time necessary to successfully finish the case.
“Make sure your attorney is with you for the entire case. This will generally lead to the best outcome.”
Should I hire my criminal defense attorney by the hour or for a flat fee?
Every case is different and there might be circumstances when paying by the house is the best approach. The problem is there are multiple factors that can impact how long a case may take. As a result, paying by the hour may result in a financial wormhole with no end in sight. For this reason, paying a flat fee allows you to know exactly how much you will be into the Attorney for. Further, you will not be driven to may plea decisions based upon money as your attorney should be able to be there from the beginning to the end of the case.
Go with the Best
Jack Rice is a founder of Jack Rice Defense, a boutique criminal defense firm based in St. Paul, Minnesota. Jack is also a former prosecutor, a former CIA Officer, and a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist. Contact Jack Rice Defense for a free confidential consultation or call 651-447-7650 or 612-227-1339. Jack’s got your back.