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Illustrative ranges based on published market rates and flat-fee stage pricing. Actual prices are set by each independent attorney and shown before you hire. This tool provides general cost information, not legal advice.
Same NJ law. Same licensed attorneys. Completely different deal.
| Traditional hourly firm | LegalVanguardian | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | $450–$950/hr, open-ended retainer | Flat price per stage, fixed up front |
| Billing surprises | Six-minute increments, padded hours | No hourly billing exists on the platform |
| If money gets tight | Attorney withdraws, keeps your file | Pause between stages; your file stays yours |
| Switching attorneys | Start over, pay again | New attorney reads your standardized file in an hour |
| Local relationships | Undisclosed, often cozy | Conflict-checked + disclosed in writing before you hire |
| Talks with the judge | Conferences happen without you | You attend every conference; you're copied on everything |
| Court appearances | Included, at $450–$950/hr | Included in stage — or flat-fee Day Pass |
Browsing attorneys, comparing flat prices, the cost forecast, your free consultation, your case file — all of it is completely free for you. The only money you ever spend is your attorney's flat price, paid directly to them, at the amount you approved before any work began.
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