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Yes, Vert Law is a fully licensed law firm. We directly employ all of our attorneys, unlike other online services that use third-party providers. As a Vert Law client, you are under our direct care and responsibility from the start of your legal journey, ensuring our commitment to helping you achieve the justice you deserve.
Unlike traditional consultations with local attorneys that can cost hundreds of dollars, Vert Law's approach is designed to be more cost-effective, an fully transparent. Before your attorney call, we gather all relevant case information and utilize our technology to brief the attorney on your situation. This preparation allows us to shorten the meeting duration, reduce costs, and eliminate the need for in-person meetings, saving you both time and money. Other services we offer include writing and sending a demand letter on your behalf, supervised by an attorney. We also offer filing your case in court; our rates are competitively priced. Please note, that these rates vary depending on the state and jurisdiction.
Vert Law is a law firm specializing in small and civil claims, with a focus on a range of areas including: - Consumer disputes, such as product or service issues - Employment-related cases, including workplace disputes - Housing and rent matters, like landlord-tenant disagreements - Personal injury cases, including accidents and injuries - Debt collection and financial disputes - Privacy and defamation concerns Our expertise covers these key areas, ensuring specialized legal support for your specific needs
To file your case, we primarily need the address of the party you are suing. If it's a business, their legal entity name is necessary.
Our service does not include court representation. At Vert Law, we aim to empower you with the tools and knowledge needed for a successful legal outcome. In most states, plaintiffs in small claims cases must represent themselves physically. Our role is to prepare you thoroughly for this experience. You’ll consult with an attorney who will guide you through the legal process and provide the next legal steps. Our team ensures you are informed and confident, equipped with all the necessary information and strategies to represent yourself effectively in court.
At Vert Law, we are committed to offering quality legal services at accessible rates and flexible payment options. Fees can vary depending on the complexity and urgency of the matter— below are the average fees for the most common services: Attorney Consultation: $49-$179 Whether you need to ask an attorney a few legal questions or help understanding a document, you can request and schedule a consultation through your Vert account. During the call, the attorney may recommend additional legal services based on their evaluation and your needs. Standard Demand Letter: $200-$400 An attorney will draft a demand letter for you to sign and send. The demand letter will include “prepared with the assistance of counsel” in the footnotes to indicate attorney involvement. Vert Law offers optional alternative dispute resolution services for additional fees determined by the willingness of both parties to negotiate a settlement. Attorney Demand Letter: $600-$1,000 An attorney will draft, sign and send a formal demand letter to the opposing party in the capacity as your representative. The demand letter will be on official Vert Law letterhead. Vert Law offers optional alternative dispute resolution services for additional fees determined by the willingness of both parties to negotiate a settlement. Small Claims Complaint: $400-$600 An attorney will draft a small claims complaint for you to sign as a pro se plaintiff. The complaint will include "prepared with the assistance of counsel" to indicate attorney involvement. Vert Law offers optional filing and serving services for additional fees determined by court location. Civil Complaint: $1,500-$4,000 An attorney will draft a civil complaint in pleading format for you to sign as a pro se plaintiff. The complaint will include citations to applicable statutes, cases and authorities in support; as well as "prepared with the assistance of counsel" to indicate attorney involvement. Representation may be offered at an hourly rate depending on attorney availability and evaluation of the case. Vert Law offers optional filing and serving services for additional fees determined by court location.
The monetary limits for filing a case in small claims court vary by state. Here are the limits for the states where Vert Law operates: California: Up to $10,000 Florida: Up to $8,000 Georgia: Up to $15,000 Illinois: Up to $10,000 Massachusetts: Up to $7,000 New Jersey: Up to $20,000 New York: Up to $10,000 Texas: Up to $20,000 Please note, that court fees also differ depending on the state.
Yes, you can send a demand letter with just the recipient's physical address. While we recommend including an email or phone number for improved communication, having only a physical address is sufficient.
After sending a demand letter, the recipient has 14 days to respond. We will notify you as soon as we receive a response. If there is no response within this period, we will contact you to discuss the next steps. These may include escalating the matter by filing in Small Claims Court.
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