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Fees for Services Provided:
In order to book a consultation with Hopler, Wilms, & Hanna, PLLC, the law firm requires payment in the amount of $500.00, which is earned upon receipt and which is to secure the law firm's time for a legal consultation for a period of one hour.
Additional Records: If Hopler, Wilms, & Hanna, PLLC, is sought to obtain records prior to the consultation, such arrangements shall be made under a separate agreement. Time spent gathering such records shall be at the hourly rates in effect for the law firm's staff at the time services are rendered. Expenses incurred for such records by the law firm are also to be reimbursed by you.
Fees for Non-Payment:
You must agree to pay any bill for services rendered and expenses advanced, if applicable, which is consistent with the terms set forth herein, on or before the start of the scheduled consultation, and to pay a late payment charge at the rate of one and one-half percent (1-1/2%) per month (18% per year) on all amounts outstanding more than 30 days past due.
Ongoing Representation:
Hopler, Wilms, & Hanna, PLLC, may or may not agree to represent you beyond the legal consultation, and you may choose not to hire Hopler, Wilms, & Hanna, PLLC, after the legal consultation. The agreement to schedule a consultation does not constitute an agreement to represent you in any legal matter beyond the consultation. A separate written agreement would be required in order to represent you after the initial consultation.
Credit Card Authorization:
If you have provided credit card information to Hopler, Wilms, & Hanna, PLLC, you must agree to authorize the credit card to be charged pursuant to the terms above. You must also agree that in the event the credit card becomes invalid, you will provide a new valid credit card upon request, to be charged for the payment of any outstanding balances owed. If the payment date fall on a weekend or holiday, the payments may be executed on the next business day. This authorization will remain in effect until you cancel it in writing, and you must agree to notify the law firm in writing of any changes in your account information or termination of this authorization. By submitting this form and proceeding, you are certifying that you are an authorized user of this credit card and that you will not dispute the scheduled payments with your credit card company provided the transactions correspond to the terms of this agreement. You are authorizing your credit card to be charged for the foregoing service.
Cancellation Policy:
Circumstances may arise that require you to cancel or reschedule your appointment. Hopler, Wilms, & Hanna, PLLC, respects your time and asks that you also respect the law firm's resources by adhering to this policy. To cancel or reschedule an appointment, provide at least 24 hours’ notice by using the links provided in the law firm's reminder emails, by calling (919) 371-0696, or by emailing law@hoplerwilms.com. If you provide at least 24 hours' notice of your intention to cancel or reschedule an appointment, you will not be charged a consultation fee. However, if you fail to provide at least 24 hours' notice, your consultation fee may be forfeit at the law firm's discretion. Please note that the cancellation policy applies to all appointments, including initial consultations and follow-up appointments. If an emergency makes it impossible for you to provide 24 hours’ notice, contact the law firm as soon as possible. We value your time and appreciate your understanding of the cancellation policy. If you have questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the law firm. |