How much do you charge? By now you might have already spoken to one or several attorneys. Based on my experience of looking for a DUI lawyer most will require that you "come in to the office" before they give you a price. Why? So that they can pressure you into hiring them!

I had a client in 2004 who went to an unnamed "law center" in San Diego before she hired me. When she was in their office she was told that her DUI was a felony when it was actually a misdemeanor. Why would the attorney do that? So they could get more money from the client! The "Law Center" wanted over $5000.00 for a 1st time DUI with no injuries - way over priced in 2004 and still over-priced today.

You should not have to go into an office to get a price.

An honest, up-front DUI attorney will give you a price over the phone - a price that is pre-trial only.

Why pre-trial only? Because, percentage wise, over 95% of all criminal cases do not go to trial - and that probably includes your case, so why pay thousands of dollars for something that you may not use? And if you do select the option of going to trial then you can pay for it when you make the decision - 2 or 3 months from today. You should only pay for a trial once you make the decision to go to trial - months from now. Don't waste thousands of dollars.

While I can not give you a specific price for your case (as other factors may come into play like injuries, accident, priors) I can give you a "price range" for a first DUI.

Please note that these are not price quotes for your case - these are general prices - you need to actually speak to an attorney because each case is unique. Some cases may require an expert while other cases may not. One case might not need a blood re-test while another case might etc.

My office charges a single fixed fee for all stages of the proceedings, up to, but not including trial. This fee includes the DMV hearing.

We charge a separate fixed fee for trial. Some other law offices in San Diego may or may not include trial fees in their quotes so please confirm what you get for your money before signing a contract.

Here is what some Law Offices were charging as recently as Summer 2007 for a First DUI:

Bickford $4500
Stiegerwalt $3500
Casey $4000
Taylor $7000
Kavinoky $8000
DUI Guys $4500
Mr. DUI $4500


I will significantly beat all of the above prices and achieve similar results so why pay more? How can I do this? I have lower overhead costs - e.g. I pay less for office rent etc.

Typically, the initial retainer is paid in advance. We do accept credit cards. In certain instances payment arrangements can be made. Costs need to be paid to third parties. Trial fees are to be deposited before the first trial setting date. That is generally three to four months after the initial appearance date.

Let us review your San Diego DUI case and present a proposal to you. There is no obligation for a consultation.

If you would like you can call this office, but feel free to call another attorney if that makes you feel more comfortable.

Call me and I will give you an exact quote over the phone - no hidden costs.

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