Washington Unbundled Services Lawyer
Some legal issues are complex and require a comprehensive legal effort. In others, you may only need some advice, document preparation and instructions regarding what to expect in court and how to speak to a judge.
Larrick Law Office provides economical limited representation services in matters such as:
- Uncontested divorce
- Modifications in parenting plans
- Child support modifications
- Name changes
- Other legal matters
Fees for our limited representation and unbundled services are reasonable. Beyond our affordable flat fees, your only investment will be in court costs and time.
Contact Larrick Law Office for a consultation with an attorney.
How We Can Help
Lisa Larrick can advise you if limited representation is an appropriate means for resolving your legal issue. If it is, Ms. Larrick can review your own paperwork or create new documents and explain how to file them. She can walk you through the legal process and discuss the types of questions the judge may ask you. You can then walk into the courthouse with confidence where you will represent yourself. The advantages of unbundled services include much lower legal costs, time savings and greater control over the process.
What Are Unbundled Legal Services?
Washington State has adopted rules permitting people to represent themselves in court without an attorney (referred to as "pro se") while still permitting attorneys to perform certain tasks for the client. These rules allow people to receive the benefit of legal advice in the drafting of documents and preparation of their cases without having to pay an attorney to appear in court, unless specific arrangements have been made for this. Called "unbundled legal services", this arrangement allows the client to select only the services they require to prepare their case.
How Do Unbundled Legal Services Differ From Traditional Representation?
Unbundled legal services allow an attorney to limit the scope of his or her representation of a client. There are certain risks and benefits associated with limited representation. We will provide you with the same meaningful legal advice as any other client. We will rely upon your representation of the facts, unless we have reason to believe that the factual representation is false or materially insufficient. If you elect to use unbundled or limited representation services, you need to be aware that our firm will have fewer responsibilities to you.
With the freedom of unbundled legal services comes responsibility. You will be responsible for filing your pleadings on time, for gathering information and for structuring your support package. We will coach you and make suggestions, but it will be your job to apply those suggestions to your case and carry through. Unbundling services puts you in the role of the director and places the ultimate responsibility for the outcome of your case on your shoulders.
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