Lathrop Criminal Defense Lawyers With Payment Plans. If you’re facing an arrest or criminal charge, you might think things can’t possibly get worse. You’re facing challenges that nobody wants to go through. But frequently, the challenges start before you even make it into the courtroom: How are you going to pay for a lawyer?
As scary of a question as it is, there is an answer: You can still hire a leading Lathrop criminal defense attorney to protect your freedom. At Combs Waterkotte, we can set up tailored payment plans so that you can get a group of the finest Lathrop, MO, lawyers without going into debt over it. And being affordable doesn’t mean you’re getting a lesser defense – at Combs Waterkotte, you’re getting a highly experienced, award-winning team of expert criminal defense attorneys.
On this page, we go over why a payment plan might work for you, but if you need to get started on your defense right away, call now at (314) 900-HELP or get in touch online – we offer free consultations on all cases, and can figure out the details when we talk.
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On this page, we outline the costs of criminal defense lawyers in Lathrop, why payment plans may be a good choice for you, ways we make our payment plans work for our clients, and more. You can skip ahead to a specific point using the below links:
- How much does a criminal defense lawyer cost in Lathrop, MO?
- Are public defenders good options?
- Factors that affect how much a case will cost
- Reasons to look for payment plans when hiring an attorney
- How our criminal defense payment plans benefit our clients
- Case types we defend with payment plans for
- Defensive strategies we could use for your case
- Hire a lawyer now with a payment plan that works for you
Without further ado, let’s get into the advantages of hiring a Lathrop attorney with a payment plan.
How Expensive Are Criminal Defense Attornies in Lathrop?
Prices for criminal defense cases can vary a lot, even for the same lawyer. The different circumstances for each case can increase or decrease costs a lot. Criminal defense case costs range from a couple of thousand dollars to as much as $25,000 for involved felony cases. MO lawyers, in particular, tend to cost slightly above average for the United States.
What About Public Defenders? Or Self-Representation?
Considering those costs, you might be thinking about looking for a public defender or choosing to represent yourself. But don’t move too fast – there are major drawbacks to both of those choices. To get a public defender in Lathrop, you first need to determine if you are even eligible.
Even if you are allowed to hire one, picking a public defender instead of a private defense lawyer signficicantly decreases your chances of the state dropping the case against you. Public defenders also frequently push for plea deals, which leads to unfavorable results for you.
Tragically, even if you have a great public defender, it’s unlikely to help you – unfortunately, because of their low support and colossal caseloads, they can’t give every case the time it deserves.
Representing yourself can be even worse, though: Even if you’re only facing a traffic ticket, you need a lawyer to warn you about hidden consequences. We’ve had a client who paid a ticket without thinking about it, and it cost her $6,000 in increased insurance costs.
What Factors Affect Criminal Case Costs?
Because every case is unique, the potential cost for a case can vary a lot: Many factors are considered when a lawyer sets fees for a case. Here are the main ones to watch out for:
- Location: Cases in cities tend to cost more than in the country, due to the increased complexity of the legal system.
- Kind of Charge: Misdemeanors are usually cheaper than felonies. Additionally, some defenses can be more expensive because of the sensitive nature of the allegation, like with sex crimes.
- Experience: Experienced, expert lawyers will typically charge more than their novice counterparts.
- Hourly vs Flat: Hourly rates may seem cheaper at first, but can creep up over time. Each case is unique, but flat fees are more predictable and won’t have hidden costs.
- Unique Case Factors: Expert analysts and witnesses are expensive – if your case involves, for example, computer programs and your lawyer needs to hire a software engineer for assistance, that can increase the case costs.
What Difference Will a Payment Plan Make?
If you’re facing criminal allegations, payment plans can make a huge difference. Without a huge upfront cost, more people can hire a premium criminal defense lawyer without going into debt.
The best payment plans are tailored to you, so that your lawyer can adapt to your needs and find a way that works for you.
Most people go through life without thinking about the need to hire a defense attorney, and we get that. They’re not building a fund to account for the costs of a lawyer. Payment plans make top-rate criminal defense lawyers affordable for people when they need one most.
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How Combs Waterkotte’s Payment Plans Protect Your Wallet
At Combs Waterkotte, we want your rights to be protected, no matter who you are and what charges you are facing. Because of that, we structure our fees in a way to make it realistic and affordable for everyday people, facing everything from DWIs to murder charges.
Here’s how our payment plans can protect your budget:
- Low deposits – You don’t have to pay high initial fees to hire us – for both felonies and misdemeanors.
- Realistic bill structures – we’re reasonable and will work with your budget to find something fair and affordable.
- Multiple payment options – we take cash, credit, debit, checks, money orders, and more.
- Flat fees – know what you’re paying and what you’re getting for it up front.
Get a top-quality criminal defense without breaking the bank. We build tenacious defenses, are in reach 24/7, and don’t give up until you get the justice you deserve.
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Criminal Defense Case Types We Offer Payment Plans For
At Combs Waterkotte, we are proud to be MO’s leading criminal defense firm for numerous case types, and offer payment plans for every one. Below are some of the popular allegations we defend people against:
Are you up against something not on that list? Look through the complete list of Lathrop, MO, criminal charges we offer payment plans for, or reach out now to talk about how we can make a plan for your case.
Combs Waterkotte Lathrop Criminal Defense Strategies
At Combs Waterkotte, our objective is find the most positive outcome for your case, whatever it is. Whatever you’re up against, we’re going to put together a trial-ready, fearless defense that intimidates and impacts juries. We also make use of our connections with prosecutors and judges across MO to get charges dismissed and obtain favorable plea deals.
Here are some of the main defense strategies we use against criminal charges in Lathrop, MO:
- Alibi
- Self Defense/Defense of Others
- Lack of Intent
- Fourth Amendment Rights Violation
- Fifth Amendment Rights Violation
- Duress
- Necessity
Facing Criminal Charges in Lathrop, MO? Low on Funds? Call Combs Waterkotte
We’re not here to be stingy or put you in debt – we’re here to protect your life and your future. Our team of expert Lathrop, MO, criminal defense attorneys has defended over 10,000 cases with clients just like you to defend cases just like yours.
At Combs Waterkotte, we see you as a person, not a paycheck or case number. We help good people in bad situations, both legal and financial. Let us protect your freedom and your wallet.
Set up an appointment online or call us at (314) 900-HELP today for a free evaluation fo your case, and to talk about payment plans that will work for you.
