Unfortunately, it is impossible solely through this webpage to tell you what it will it cost to hire a Criminal Defense attorney. That is because the criminal charges and facts of each case are unique. That means that the amount of work required from client to client will vary. It is also unfair to haphazardly establish such a cost without the benefit of an initial consultation with you. At a free initial consultation, you will be able to tell us your precise expectations and priorities. For example, do you anticipate the attorney’s work to include efforts toward achieving an acceptable “plea bargain,” or “diversion program”? Or, do you wish the attorney to investigate possible defenses, file appropriate motions (in an effort to suppress evidence or dismiss the charges), or even to participate in a full-blown jury trial? If the question is “what will it cost to hire a criminal lawyer?” The answer is to schedule consultations with several attorneys. Ask them about their experience and qualifications. Select a lawyer that you feel comfortable with and find out if his office accepts credit cards or payment plans. Most importantly, only pay for those legal services that you need. We are aware that when some firms are asked what it will cost to hire a criminal lawyer, they will often quote a rather large, yet all encompassing fee. However, we do not feel comfortable in charging you for services that have yet to be determined or that may not be necessary. This is particularly true within the Criminal Justice System, since the overwhelming number of people facing criminal charges satisfactorily resolve their case without the need to proceed to a jury trial.