Pricing

The core of Texas Legal Direct’s mission is to make legal services radically more affordable. We charge sliding-scale fees based on our clients' income, below what most other attorneys charge.

What will it cost to hire an attorney?

We charge hourly rates for most cases. Depending on your income, we will charge between $100 to $175 an hour.

The cost is determined by how high your household income is above the Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG).

If your income is below 200% FPG, you might also be eligible for free legal services from other organizations like Texas RioGrande Legal Aid or Volunteer Legal Services of Central Texas.

Table with 2 columns and 5 rows. The top row contains the categories for each column: Your Income and Your Fee. Row 2 says: Below 125% FPG = $100 per hour. Row 3 says: 125% to 200% FPG = $125 per hour. Row 4 says: 200% to 300% FPG = $150 per hour. Row 5 says: 300% to 400% FPG = $175 per hour.

How do I determine where my income falls on the Federal Poverty Guidelines?

The Federal Poverty Guidelines are based on two things:

Household size
Household income

To use this chart, first use the left column to find your household size. Then go right along that row to see where your household income falls on the chart.

You do not need to bring your tax returns or proof of income to your initial appointment.

Am I eligible?

To be part of our program, your household income needs to be below 400% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG).

If we review your income and it is above 400% FPG, we will help you find another law firm that can take your case.

How do you define "household"?

Household = Client + spouse + the number of dependents you can claim on your taxes.

We use the IRS's definition of dependent (learn more here, IRS Publication 501).

How do you define "income"?

We will consider all the income you reported on your taxes last year (or if your filing status was "married filing separately," the income on both your tax returns). That means your gross income before your taxes were deducted.

Exceptions:

We do not count the the income of separated, estranged, or former spouse.
If your income has changed significantly since your last tax return, we will use your current income, but we may ask for check stubs and other evidence of your current income.

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Law Á La Carte

We can help you learn, plan, and act — at lower costs.

What are à la carte legal services?

They are a variation on the traditional attorney-client relationship, because you get to pick which services you want. This "limited scope representation" is an increasingly popular way to make legal services more affordable.

For example, let's say you're getting divorced. In a divorce, we could help by:

Confirming your paperwork is drafted correctly -- avoiding errors on your petition or decree.
Walking you through the technical steps like serving citations or setting hearings.
Organizing your financial records. Reviewing the other side's financial records.
Explaining your rights, so you know whether you're making a good deal.

Take charge of your costs.

With à la carte legal services, you control how much you spend, because you choose the specific services you need.

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