Fees — General
- The amount of the retainer will vary from case to case, depending upon the number of issues to be resolved and their complexity.
- Payment may be made by CASH, cheque or electronic funds transfer.
- Legal Aid, credit cards & debit are NOT accepted.
- Fees for consultations and intake appointments are payable up front.
- Following the initial consultation or intake, all clients are required to sign either a Retainer Agreement or an Agreement to Mediate.
Consultations vs. Intake Sessions
A consultation is an information session. I will answer any questions which you may have about any of the services I provide and my fees.
If you have questions about Mediation, you and your partner may attend a joint consultation. Otherwise, if you are not interested in pursuing Mediation, consultations are conducted on an individual basis, with only one of you.
At the intake session for Mediation, I will conduct a mandatory screening to determine if your case is appropriate for Mediation. If your case proceeds, then a formal retainer arrangement is made at the first joint session.
At the intake session for Negotiations or Collaborative Family Law, I will obtain the necessary information from you about your situation. If your case proceeds, then a formal retainer arrangement is made at the conclusion of that first appointment.
When it comes
to hiring any
professional,
training and
experience counts.
– Kelly Edmonds
Kelly P. Edmonds
BA, LL B, AccFM (OAFM)
Family Law Lawyer and Mediator