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Atkinson Law Office

623 W. Hays St.
Boise, ID 83702
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Phone: (208) 571-0627 | Fax: (208) 345-0050
http://craigatkinsonlaw.com

A criminal defense attorney who fights to win.

Types of Cases
Firm Focus & History
Practice & Philosophy
Office Information
Fees

Legal Topic

Criminal Defense

Sub-Topics

Automotive

DUI / DWI

Sex Crimes

Abduction
Child Abuse
Child Pornography
Indecent Exposure
Prostitution, Solicitation, & Pandering
Rape
Sexual Assault
Stalking
Trafficking in Women

Number of Attorneys

State Licensed In

Idaho

Firm Focus

Exclusively Criminal Defense

Firm History

Firm was established December 15, 2010.

Example Cases

Information coming soon.

What is your firm's point of view regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

I encourage my clients to be familiar with the law. In fact I take steps to educate my clients so that they are able to make informed decisions about their case, and not rely solely on my professional opinion.

Are your attorneys willing to review documents prepared by clients?

No.

Are your attorneys willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

No.

Are your attorneys willing to help a client with one discrete part of a case, without taking on the whole case?

No.

What are your policies about dividing work among the firm's partners, associates, and paralegals to make the process most cost-effective for the client?

I have my paralegal handle routine tasks to make my representation more affordable.

How frequently does your firm use mediation, arbitration, or collaborative law to resolve cases?

These are not options in a criminal case.

Does your firm provide pro bono legal services or otherwise participate in your community?

No.

What distinguishes your law firm from others?

The personal attention my clients receive distinguishes my firm from others. When a client calls me, it is my policy to return that phone call the same day.

Office Manager/Assistant

I have two. Connie is my receptionist when my regular assistant is not in the office, and during the evening hours. My regular hours assistant is Jackie.

Fax

(208) 345-0050

Office Hours

My regular hours are 8:30-5:00 p.m. However I take calls after hours as well. My receptionist Connie handles the after hours calls.

Emergency After Hours

Yes

Foreign Languages

No.

Fixed-Price Services and Fees

Yes, I offer flat rates for pretrial representation. However each flat rate is dependent upon the particular case. If a prospective client mentions Nolo I would be willing to give them $100 off.

Hourly Rates

$150.

Free Initial Consultation?

Yes the initial consultation is free. The first hour is free. Any additional consultation is $150 per hour.

Typical Retainer

There is no typical retainer. The retainer is dependent upon the nature of the particular case.

Understanding Fees

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