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Our Approach
Zacarese & Zalewski P.C.
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Our approach is no-nonsense: one flat fee for all pre-trial work. If your case goes to trial or a hearing, the trial fee is due 30 days before. No add-ons. No excuses. No surprises - no matter how difficult or time-consuming the case becomes.
"He didn't just win my case. He gave me back my future, my peace of mind, and my ability to breathe again."
From the very first conversation, he changed everything. He didn't just see a case, he saw me, and treated me like family. His knowledge of the law was unmatched, but what truly set him apart was his humanity. If you are looking for a lawyer, stop searching right now.
How Flat Fees Work in NY Family Court
Our fee structure is simple: one flat fee covers all pre-trial proceedings and appearances within the agreed scope. You only pay again if your matter goes to trial or a hearing - and that fee is due 30 days before. No matter how many appearances or how long your case takes, the structure stays the same.
Written Retainer Agreement
Before we begin, you receive a clear, plain-English outline of what is included - and what is not.
Trial Fee Only If Needed
If your case goes to trial or a hearing, the trial fee applies and is due 30 days before - in writing, in advance.
Pre-Trial Flat Fee
One flat fee covers all pre-trial work, filings, conferences, negotiations, and appearances within scope.
Resolution First
We pursue settlement opportunities without sacrificing trial readiness.
Transparent Rates by Case Type
Pre-trial covers all work before testimony begins - including filings, conferences, negotiations, and appearances within scope. If your matter proceeds to trial/hearing, the trial fee applies to preparation and the hearing itself.
Third-party expenses (filing fees, process servers, transcripts, experts) are separate.
Trial Fee Timing
If your matter is scheduled for trial or a hearing, the trial fee is due 30 days before the scheduled date. This covers hearing preparation and the hearing itself.
What to expect next
You will receive a written retainer that defines the scope and confirms the flat-fee structure in plain English. One pre-trial flat fee covers all pre-trial proceedings and appearances within scope. If your matter goes to trial or a hearing, the trial fee applies and is due 30 days before.
If you have an immediate need for counsel, we can often appear in person the next day — and sometimes the same day when contacted early.
i guarantee you will be heard
Ready to Take the Next Step?
At Zacarese & Zalewski P.C., when something isn’t right, say something—and we’ll do something about it with you.
Our flat-fee structure is clear: one flat fee for pre-trial work, and a trial fee only if your case goes to trial or a hearing. Call now and a professional will return your call quickly; if we miss you, we'll call back the same day.
