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Services & Fees

Flat-Fee Schedule (Effective January 2026)

Transparent, consistent pricing for clients seeking record-clearing, post-conviction, misdemeanor, and felony defense services. Submit your information to get started.

Section 1. Record-Clearing & Post-Conviction Services

ServiceDescriptionFlat Fee
Expunction (Single Arrest)Remove one eligible arrest from record.$995
Expunction (Multiple Arrests / Counties)Consolidated filing for multiple arrests or venues.$1,495 – $1,995
Order of Nondisclosure (Single Case)Seal record after deferred adjudication or qualifying offense.$850
Complex Nondisclosure / Multiple CasesMultiple filings or complex history.$1,250 - $1,750
Occupational Driver’s LicenseRestricted driving privileges after suspension.$795
Early Probation Termination (EPT)Petition and motion to terminate community supervision early for eligible clients. Includes preparation, filing, and one court appearance if required.$1,250 - $1,750

Section 2. Misdemeanor Defense

Case TypeScopeFlat Fee Range
Class B or A MisdemeanorIncludes up to two court appearances.$2,500 – $3,500
Standard DWI (Non-Felony)Includes ALR hearing, plea negotiations, and pretrial representation.$3,800 – $4,500
Probation Violation (MTR/MTA)Representation through hearing or negotiated resolution.$1,500 - $2,500
Class C Misdemeanors (Add-On Only)Minor citations tied to higher cases (traffic, PI, etc.). Accepted only when part of an existing retained matter.$250 - $450 per citation

Section 3. Felony Defense (Non-Capital Only)

Case TypeScopeFlat Fee Range
State Jail / Third-Degree FelonyNon-violent, first-time offenses (drug possession, theft, tampering).$4,500 – $6,500
Second- or First-Degree Felony (Non-Capital)Serious cases (aggravated assault, burglary, serious DWI).$6,500 – $9,500+
Capital or Death-Penalty OffensesReferred to qualified counsel.Not Accepted

Section 4. Supplemental & Add-On Services

ServiceDescriptionFlat Fee
Eligibility Review / ConsultationAttorney review of record; credited if retained.$150
Employment or Licensing LetterLegal explanation of record status.$125
Certified Record RetrievalDPS or court-certified record pulls.$75 + cost

Section 5. Payment Policy and Notes

Full Payment Required (Under $1,000): Applies to expunctions, nondisclosures, and ODLs.

Two-Payment Option (Over $1,000): 50% retainer; balance prior to filing or first setting.

Accepted Methods: Debit/credit, CashApp, Zelle, or firm check.

Refund Policy: Flat fees are non-refundable once drafting or appearance begins.

● Capital and death-penalty cases are not accepted.
● Class C misdemeanors are handled only as add-ons to higher cases.

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