High-Quality Representation with Transparent Pricing
At Rawlings McShane Lawyers, we believe in providing exceptional legal representation with fairness and integrity in our fees. Our focus is on delivering outstanding service and results while ensuring our fees reflect the value of our expertise. We are committed to clear, upfront discussions about costs, so you know what to expect from the outset.
Flexible Fees, Tailored to Your Case
We offer a range of fee structures designed to suit different legal matters and client needs. Before proceeding, we will discuss your options in detail, allowing you to make an informed decision about the best approach for you.
We are authorised to operate a trust account and in many case, will ask for a retainer payment that is held in trust on your behalf whilst work is being undertaken on your matter
Fixed Costs
We can offer a Fixed Fee for most:
Magistrates Court Sentencing
For a plea of guilty in the Magistrates Court, the fee includes:
- Initial Instructions
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Giving of Advice
- Correspondence With the Prosecution
- Obtaining and Reviewing the Charge and Evidence
- Any Relevant Research
- Drafting of Any Relevant Affidavits
Bail Applications
For a bail application in the Magistrates Court, the fee includes:
- Initial Instructions
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Giving of Advice
- Correspondence With the Prosecution
- Obtaining and Reviewing the Charge and Material Relied Upon by Police to Oppose Bail
- Drafting of Any Relevant Affidavits
- Preparation and Appearance in Court to Argue for Bail.
We can offer a CaPped Fee for most:
Defended Hearings in the Magistrates Court
This is a fee where we give you an estimate for an upper limit so that you know the cost will not exceed your budget. The capped fee will depend on the type, complexity, and time involved in your matter and will be discussed with you prior to you engaging us to act for you.
We can offer Staged Costs for most:
Criminal Cases
In many criminal cases it is impossible from the outset to anticipate every twist and turn that will arise as the matter progresses. While we will carefully and wisely guide and advise you along every step of the way, the final decisions will be yours. In matters such as this, we will provide you with a quote for each stage of the process. In this way, we are able to advise you of the costs involved on each pathway you may choose to take before you decide to take it.
We can offer an hourly rate for most:
Complex Matters
When we agree to use this cost framework, we will provide you with a comprehensive and itemised account of each unit of our time and exactly what it was used for in advancing your case.
These cases are usually going to trial in the District or Supreme Court
If you have been charged with a criminal or traffic offence, or a domestic violence matter, Rawlings McShane Lawyers are the firm you want and need. Enquire today.