An initial consultation will be held without charge. The purpose of the initial consultation, which will be conducted by videoconference or in-person, will be to meet and explore the legal issue of concern to you. We will schedule a mutually convenient date and time, usually within a few days after you reach out. You do not have to provide any papers or witnesses before the initial consultation, which generally will last between 30 and 45 minutes. Based on our discussion, I may suggest a course of action and describe the different ways we might work together. It will be your choice whether to engage the Firm along the lines suggested, and you will have whatever time you need to make the decision that is best for you.

If you are considering bringing a claim against an entity or individual, you should be aware that the law likely sets a deadline for you to do so. These are called “statutes of limitations.” The statute of limitations for your claim will be determined based on the type of claim you are able to bring. Federal discrimination claims generally must be filed within 300 days of the event giving rise to a claim. Some statutes of limitation are much shorter. For example, claims about unlawful treatment in violation of the National Labor Relations Act must be brought within six months of the event. In addition to statutes of limitation, there may also be rules requiring a “notice of claim” be filed in a very short period, sometimes in as little as 30-, 60- or 90- days. This is why if you believe your rights have been violated, it is important to speak with a qualified attorney as soon as possible.

Matt Miklave primarily handles every case and client of the Firm, although other qualified professionals may be engaged for discrete tasks as needed.

The Law Office of Matthew T. Miklave, PLLC, takes great pride in offering a variety of fee arrangements to help individuals, non-profit and cost-conscious clients obtain quality legal advice. From “fixed fee” (also called “a la carte”) engagements to contingent fee, or traditional hourly rate models, the Firm works with its clients to build relationships that will last.

If your matter involves litigation, you will be responsible for court costs and out-of-pocket expenses whether or not the matter is resolved in your favor. The Firm proudly works with its clients to help them plan for and manage these costs, but the law does not allow the Firm to pay those expenses without reimbursement.

The Firm advises its clients of any significant developments in real-time and clients receive copies of all court filings made by the Firm. In addition, you will have access to Founding Partner Matt Miklave as needed. The Firm commits itself to return all phone calls or messages within 24 hours, even if only to schedule a more convenient time to speak with the professionals working on your matter.

If the matter you are speaking about involves a lawsuit against another party, it is likely you will have to present “your side of the story” to a judge or a jury at some point in time. But you will not be alone! You will be accompanied by a trusted, experienced advocate who will help you present your case in the best and most effective manner possible. Before you appear in court, all of your questions will be answered, and you will know exactly what to expect.

Unfortunately, especially given the massive disruptions caused by the COVID-19 Pandemic, it will be difficult to predict how long the legal process will take or when your matter may be resolved. The Firm will keep you informed every step of the way, and Matt will do his very best to get your matter resolved in your favor as quickly as possible.