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FREE TEXT MESSAGE CONSULTATION: Free text message consultation is limited to Fresno, Napa, and Ventura Counties. The consultation will expire when Rusca Law provides an estimated retainer or proposed agreement.
Phone, virtual, or in person consultations may require a fee (personal injury cases are always free). Call or text preferred 559-777-5223 for exact pricing.
Each case is unique and costs can vary depending on the facts of the case. The attorney you meet with should be able to provide you with an estimate of what he/she anticipates your case will cost.
Please note that beyond attorney fees, absent approval of a fee waiver request, the Court charges its own fees. The most common fees are: First appearance fee ($435.00), Request for Order ($60.00), Modification Custody/Visitation ($85.00), and Stipulation ($20.00).
Generally, no. Public defenders are only provided in certain criminal matters. A public defender may be appointed for you if you are in contempt of court in certain cases (such as failing to pay child support).
No. It is a crime for anyone to practice law for another that is not a member in good standing with the California Bar. You may represent yourself; however, only a licensed lawyer in good standing may represent you in Court.
Unlike other areas of law, California Family Code section 2030 allows for one party to request attorney’s fees be paid by the other party as a result of a disparity in income and/or assets. Furthermore, if one party unnecessarily delays or protracts litigations, sanctions can be obtained under California Family Code section 271.
Notwithstanding the old saying “a person who represents himself has a fool for an attorney,” not all cases require the assistance of an attorney. Many family law litigants represent themselves “pro per,” but the law can be very complex and filing or saying the wrong thing could prove much costlier than seeking advice and/or representation of counsel.
Yes. Attorneys can easily substitute in and out of cases by filing a simple form. If you would like to have a different attorney represent you, or if you feel that you would like to represent yourself, you can request a substitution of attorney.
Rusca & Rusca Law prefers in-person interviews, as important information can be obtained from reviewing prior pleadings. However, initial consultations can be done over the phone if you live far from Fresno.
Contact us to discuss the possibility of a phone initial consultation if you are unable to make it to the office.
There is nothing that you have to bring to the initial consultation. However, a better analysis of your case can be made if you bring pleadings (paperwork filed with the court), police reports (if applicable), and any additional information you would like to be considered. You can email or text what you have to rrr@ruscalaw.com or 559-777-5223. Also, before legal advice is given, Rusca Law must check to make sure we can represent you in court. To do that , it would be helpful if you gave us the names we need to complete our check for a conflict of interest.
You are asked to complete a simple, one-page questionnaire in advance, but Rodney can fill it out during the interview if needed.
Real Questions
Watch them, call their staff and ask to watch a hearing. My staff will gladly arrange that for you.
Probably not, but we don’t need fancy restaurants or beautiful scenery, it’s just better.
Watch them, call their staff and ask to watch a hearing. My staff will gladly arrange that for you.
Probably not, but we don’t need fancy restaurants or beautiful scenery, it’s just better.
Mostly yes, but in the sense that the strongest steel is forged from the hottest fire, no. It is a source of heroes due to the toxic culture.
Yes, if you don’t understand you haven’t been or haven’t been aware during the visit.
Yes, it is a hidden treasure in California.
Yes, if you are cool and have good vibes I’ll think about it.
It’s probably because your case isn’t worth their time, or you talk too much. Many courts offer free legal services to help you with your case. Rodney has access to and is willing to use many of the ebay auction selling lawyer time type services. Basically, he can offer a small amount of money to a lot of lawyers in California connected on a website for advice. This allows him to gather advice from seasoned specialists in any area of law.
Yes, but Rodney believes that love and happiness are the only things that matter, where Lisa believes in the institution of marriage: duty, loyalty, respect, and sacrifice. Rodney constantly challenges Lisa and she her allowing for more empathetic legal advice and real relation therapy conversations with Lisa. Because he loves her and is happy, he follows the rules of marriage, so what does it matter?
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