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ATTORNEY PRICING
At Provinziano & Associates, we believe in complete transparency about legal fees. Family law matters represent an important investment in your future, and you deserve to understand exactly what to expect financially before making any commitments.
Our pricing is straightforward and reflects the specialized attention your case requires. Below, we outline our standard fees so you can make informed decisions with confidence.
If you have questions, check our FAQs or contact the Provinziano Legal Team directly.
Attorney fees vary based on the specifics of your case. The following breakdown provides a general framework of what you can expect when working with our firm.
FREE CASE EVALUATION: OUR TWO-STEP PROCESS
Your first interaction with us is a conversation. Our evaluation process ensures you receive the right guidance for your unique situation:
Step 1: Initial Case Evaluation
During this first meeting with our experienced team members, we’ll:
- Listen to your situation and gather essential information
- Answer preliminary questions about the legal process
- Help you understand what to expect moving forward
Step 2: Attorney Consultation (For Qualified Clients)
After your initial evaluation, qualified clients proceed to a complimentary consultation with one of our attorneys.
Qualification is based on several factors, including our ability to provide the level of service you deserve and ensure that no conflicts of interest exist with other parties.
During this attorney consultation, we’ll:
- Dive deeper into your legal matter
- Provide a clear breakdown of anticipated costs
- Answer any additional questions you may have
Once the initial retainer is paid and your agreement is signed, our team begins work immediately, creating a personalized legal strategy tailored to your needs.
RETAINER & HOURLY RATES
Initial Retainer: $7,500-15,000
Also known as an advanced fee, the initial retainer is required before work begins.
This upfront payment allows us to immediately begin developing a strong legal strategy and taking action on your behalf.
The retainer works like a deposit. We hold this money in a trust account and only use it to pay for the actual hours we work on your case.
The amount usually ranges from $7,500 to $15,000, depending on the complexity of your situation.
Some cases may require more or less, based on your specific circumstances.
Hourly Rates: $490 to $900
Depending on which member of the Provinziano Legal Team completes work on your case, you’ll be charged a different hourly rate that will be deducted from your initial retainer.
- Senior Attorney and Certified Family Law Specialist Alphonse Provinziano: $900/hour
- Associate Attorneys: $490-$700
Attorney pricing information is provided in our retainer agreement, including a complete list of hourly rates of any staff member working on your case, which may vary from the information above.
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FAMILY LAW ATTORNEY’S REAL PROPERTY LIEN (FLARPL)
At Provinziano & Associates, we understand that legal fees can be a significant concern. In certain cases, we can offer alternative payment arrangements through a Family Law Attorney’s Real Property Lien (FLARPL). This allows you to secure experienced legal representation when upfront payment may be challenging.
What is a FLARPL?
A FLARPL is a special payment arrangement that lets you use real estate equity to cover legal fees while your case is ongoing. Instead of paying all fees upfront, payment is deferred and secured through a legally recorded lien on property involved in your case.
How a FLARPL Helps You:
- Gives You Access to Strong Legal Representation – You don’t have to delay or settle for less due to immediate financial concerns.
- Defers Some Legal Fees Until Your Case Concludes – Reducing the stress of large upfront payments.
- Uses Your Property’s Equity Instead of Liquid Cash – Helping those with real estate assets but limited cash flow.
- Requires Qualifications & Court Approval – We’ll determine if this is the right option for you.
Is a FLARPL Right for You?
If you own real estate and need financial flexibility, a FLARPL may be a solution for covering legal fees without immediate out-of-pocket costs. During your attorney consultation, please let the attorney know if you want to learn more about whether a FLARPL is appropriate for your case.
HOW MUCH WILL MY CASE COST?
Since we work hourly, each case’s overall cost is different. The client only pays the number of hours worked on each matter. Factors that influence the overall costs of a case will vary and include the following:
- The complexity of your case
- Court orders and number of court appearances
- Responding to actions of the Opposing Party
Because every case is unique, costs will vary. However, with a clear strategy from day one, we work to keep your case efficient and focused, ensuring you receive the highest level of advocacy.
Any attorney pricing or fee estimate given here or during other discussions may differ from the actual fees depending on the actual length and complexity of the case.
COMPREHENSIVE FAMILY LAW PROTECTION
From high-stakes divorces with millions in assets to emotionally charged custody battles, we’ve successfully handled it all. Our team delivers the specialized expertise your unique family situation demands with care and support.
- High-Stakes Divorce & Separation (High-net-worth, contested, uncontested)
- Child Custody & Support
- Spousal Support/Alimony
- Asset Protection & Property Division
- Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
- Specialized Cases (e.g., Grandparent Visitation, Emergency Custody)
- Legal Separation and Dissolutions
- Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements
- International Family Law Cases
- LGBTQ+ Family Law
THE DIVERSE FAMILIES WE SERVE
Behind every case is a unique story. Our firm represents clients from diverse backgrounds who share a common need for experienced, discreet family law representation. We regularly work with:
- Executives and professionals with privacy concerns
- Business owners with both personal and company interests at stake
- Sports and entertainment industry professionals
- Individuals with significant art or collection assets
- Families with international connections
Due to the nature of legal cases, we do not promise or guarantee the outcome of your legal matter. Any comments an attorney makes regarding a potential outcome are an expression of opinion only.
How will I be able to contact the attorney or team member of the Provinziano Legal Team?
Ready to take the first step? Call us at 310-820-3500 to schedule your case evaluation. You can also book your appointment online. It’s quick and simple. During this initial evaluation, our team will learn about your situation.
If you qualify, we’ll schedule your free attorney case evaluation.
How do your fees compare to other firms?
The Provinziano Legal Team is fair and ethical in the fees charged and its billing practices.
Our rates reflect the specialized expertise and dedicated attention each client receives. We structure our fees to provide excellent value, and our clients appreciate our efficient approach and commitment to thorough representation throughout your case.
What forms of payment do you accept?
How soon will you start working on my case when I hire you?
Once you have signed a retainer agreement and paid the advance fee, the Provinziano Legal Team will begin working on your case immediately.
During this time, we will provide you with a personalized case-specific strategy and a timetable so you know what to expect as the case progresses through the court system. If your case requires immediate attention, rest assured that the Provinziano Legal Team will take quick action to effectively address your legal problem and represent you in court.
While we always recommend allowing ample time for case preparation, we understand that legal emergencies happen. In certain situations, we have been able to step in on short notice and develop effective legal strategies under tight deadlines. If you have an urgent legal matter, contact us as soon as possible so we can assess your options and determine the best course of action for your case.
What is a retainer agreement?
A retainer agreement is an arrangement between the law firm and the client which specifies the work performed, the attorney’s duties to the client, the client’s duties to the attorney, the amount of the advanced fee, the method in which work performed for the client is billed and accounted for, and other commercially reasonable terms.
How does a prospective client hire the Provinziano Legal Team?
Please contact us at (310) 820-3500 for your free Case Evaluation, where our team will learn more about your case. If you qualify, we’ll schedule your free Attorney Consultation.
During this initial consultation, we will discuss your case with you, develop an initial strategy, and discuss the applicable retainer cost. If the Provinziano Legal Team believes they can provide an effective legal solution and you wish to move forward, you will pay an advance fee and sign a retainer agreement to begin services.
What is An Advanced Fee?
How is my advanced fee accounted for?
In most family law cases, billing is done on an hourly basis by the Provinziano Legal Team. Therefore, each team member has an hourly rate related to their work. All work performed on the case is accounted for based on the time worked.
If the work exceeds the amount of the advanced fee, additional amounts may be due to complete the matter. If the work is under the amount of the advanced fee, any overage will be refunded to the client.
Do you ever work on a flat fee basis?
What has been your historical success in legal matters?
What type of family law cases does the Provinziano Legal Team handle?
The Provinziano Legal Team has handled a wide variety of family law issues, including:
- Divorce
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Guardianship
- Grandparent’s visitation rights
- Spousal Support
- Marital Property Division
- Pre-Nup Agreements (aka Pre-Marital Agreements)
- Post-Nup Agreements (aka Post-Nup Agreements)
- Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
- Civil Harassment Restraining Orders
- Contempt Proceedings
- Enforcement of Judgment Proceedings
- Post-Judgment Modification of Judgment Proceedings
- Post-Judgment Modification of Child Custody Orders received as part of the conclusion of a CPS, DCFS, or Dependency Proceeding
- Proceedings to Set Aside Default Judgments
- Legal Separation
- Annulments (aka Nullity of Marriage)
- Dissolution of Registered Domestic Partnerships
- Dissolution of Same-Sex Marriages
- Jurisdictional Disputes
If you have a unique family law issue not mentioned herein, please feel free to contact the Provinziano Legal Team, as we are always enthusiastic about the opportunity to tackle a unique legal issue with personalized legal representation.
How will you update me on my case?
Clients can expect the Provinziano Legal Team to update them regularly as their case progresses through the legal system. Clients can also expect periodic written reports and statements of their accounts and will be notified of upcoming court dates in writing.
In preparation for court hearings, the Provinziano Legal Team will meet with the client personally to fully prepare the client for court and explain the possible outcomes.
In accordance with our philosophy, the client will also be able to call and set appointments to speak personally with Mr. Provinziano and Provinziano Legal Team Members and will have access to their direct contact information.
At Provinziano & Associates, our mission is to treat our clients as we would want to be treated and to provide every client with excellent, personalized service.
Do I have to attend court?
In most family law matters, the Provinziano Legal Team will require your attendance at court. If you live out of state, we can request you attend court by telephone.
This request will have to be granted by the court, and for out-of-state clients, it is reasonable to expect it to be routinely granted. If you cannot attend court, the Provinziano Legal Team can seek a continuance for you, many of which are required by law (e.g., the client is on military deployment).
What is the Provinziano Legal Team's commitment to attorney-client confidentiality?
We know discussing sensitive issues with someone you’ve just met is difficult. At Provinziano & Associates, rest assured your secrets are our secrets. Anything said to an attorney or legal team member, including anything discussed during attorney consultation, will never be divulged.
If issues arise during litigation that would cause sensitive information to be divulged, a Provinziano Legal Team member will strategize with you on how to best protect the confidential information.
Don’t let legal issues cause you unnecessary stress. Contact our experienced family law attorneys in Los Angeles today to schedule a consultation and learn more about our transparent and reasonable attorney pricing options. Let us help you find a cost-effective solution to your legal needs!
