The police have contacted me and want to talk to me.  Should I talk to them?

NO, you should not talk to the police without an attorney present EVEN IF YOU HAVE DONE NOTHING WRONG.  There is a reason they say, "Anything you say can and will be used against you in a Court of law."  Please do not speak to the police before talking with us first.

What are your fees?

For criminal cases, I charge a flat fee that includes all expenses  and other fees.  The amount of the flat fee is dependent on the complexity of your case and I will let you know the final price once I meet with you and gather the relevant facts and information about the case. In divorce cases I charge $200.00 per hour and I require a minimum fee to be paid up front.  In personal injury matters, my fee is one third of whatever you recover after the costs of litigation are paid.

Do you do free initial consultations?

Yes.  Any background information you can share with my assistant LeeAnne before your appointment is very helpful to us.  Also, anything you share with us during your consultation is absolutely confidential and will not be shared with others. 

Do you take credit cards?

No, we do not.

How can I finance my legal fees?

Through preferred partnerships, we can assist in helping you obtain quick financial support. You will find our partners to be able to meet your needs in far less time than it would take you through traditional lending channels (e.g., your bank, credit union or mortgage lender) ? no matter how complex the loan situation is.

There are a variety of loans that should be considered. Below is a summary of the most popular (and simple to obtain) options that will familiarize you with financial terminology and the inherent benefits that each loan type offers. Please note that each loan is viewed independently, taking into consideration special circumstances such as equity, your income level, FICO score, etc. These factors help determine the interest rate, applicable fees and terms of the loan.

Typical Real Property Loan Options:

Home Equity-Home equity lines may be one useful source of credit.  Initially at least, they can provide you with large amounts of cash at relatively low interest rates.  They may also provide you with certain tax advantages unavailable with other kinds of loans.

Re-Finance-Refinancing a property while interest rates are low (as they are now) enables you to obtain cash for discretionary spending.  At the lower interest rate, your loan plus any cash you receive may carry an even lower monthly payment than what you currently have.

Line of Credit-by using the equity in your home, you may qualify for a sizable amount of credit, available for use when and how you please, at a low interest rate.  Furthermore, you may be allowed to deduct the interest because the debt is secured by your home.

To discuss your case, or financing your legal representation by Mary Beth Kur, PLLC in more detail, call us any time, 24 hours, 7 days a week at 231-348-3200 or toll free at1-877-RING-MBK.

Will you schedule weekend and evening appointments?

Yes, on a case by case basis.  We do our very best to accomodate the client's scheduling needs.

In what counties do you practice?

Our firm services all of Northern Michigan, including the Upper Peninsula.

What should I bring with me to my first appointment?

Bring everything you have the pertains to your case.  If it is a large amount of material, you may want to drop it off before your appointment so that Ms. Kur can review it ahead of time.  In criminal cases, it is very helpful for you to bring your police report.  Police reports may be obtained by making a Freedom of Information Act request.

How do I make a Freedom of Information Act request?

Specific language for these types of requests can be found on our FORMS page.  Or, you may click on the link in the preceeding sentence.

Can I reach you after hours?

Yes, our phones are answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and in the event of an emergency, we can be reached at any time.