Fees & Payments
You Don’t Need the
Full Fee Today.
Being charged with a crime almost always comes at an already bad time, and large funds are not always sitting there waiting. We’re not a financing company — but we have a long history of working with clients on payment. A substantial deposit up front and a real commitment to pay the rest is often enough to get us on the case.
Talk to us about it.
How It Works
Three Things We Need to Get Started
Most criminal defense firms in this area demand the full fee up front. We don’t. Here’s what we do ask for instead.
01
A Substantial Deposit Up Front
Enough to commit the firm and get to work — investigating, filing motions, appearing at first court dates. The exact figure depends on the charge, the court, and the complexity of the case. We discuss it openly at the consultation.
02
A Real Plan for the Rest
The remaining fee on a schedule that fits your situation. We want a plan that works — for you and for us. Honesty about what you can pay, and when, matters more than a perfect number on day one.
03
A Direct Conversation
No screeners, no scripts. You talk to Michael — or to Renee, our paralegal — about what the case looks like and what the fee structure will be. The consultation is free.
Why It Matters
The Worst Time to Need a Lawyer Is Also the Worst Time to Have Cash on Hand.
An arrest can mean missed work, bond money out the door, a vehicle to recover, family to call, and a court date staring you in the face. Asking someone in that position to produce a five-figure retainer in a single payment isn’t realism — it’s a wall.
We’ve practiced criminal defense in Northwest Florida since 2017. We’ve seen what people are dealing with when they walk into our office, and we’d rather build a fee arrangement that works than turn away a client who needs help.
The sooner an attorney is on your case, the more options you have. Don’t let the fee be the reason you wait.
Common Questions
Payment FAQs
- What does a “substantial deposit” actually mean?
- It varies with the case. A first-time misdemeanor looks very different from a serious felony. The right number is one that lets us start real work on your defense immediately and shows mutual commitment. We will quote you a specific figure during the free consultation — call (850) 757-0505.
- Do you take credit cards? Can I pay online?
- Yes to both. We accept major credit and debit cards along with cash, check, and bank transfer. We also have a secured online payment portal where clients can make payments anytime at their convenience — no need to call in or stop by the office. Card payments carry a small processing fee. We will walk you through all the options at the consultation.
- What about personal injury cases?
- Personal injury is different — those cases are handled on a contingency-fee basis, meaning no attorney fee unless we recover for you. That includes car and truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, slip and fall, dog bites, and wrongful death claims.
- What if I miss a payment?
- Call us before that happens. Life happens — we would much rather hear from you about a tight month than be left guessing. We will work with clients who are honest with us; the only thing that puts representation at risk is going silent.
- Is the consultation really free?
- Yes. Every consultation at Warrior Law LLC is free and confidential, with no obligation. You will speak with Michael directly about the charges, the likely path of the case, and what a workable fee arrangement would look like.
Let’s Talk About
What Works for You.
Free, confidential consultation with Michael directly. We’ll talk about the case first, then the fee. No pressure, no scripts.
The information on this website is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.