HL frequentely asked questions

FAQs


Outsourced Counsel

  • What is the difference between traditional general counsel and Hairston Law?

    Traditional general counsel is usually hired as an employee by an organization to handle the organization's legal needs. 


    Hairston Law is an outside counsel firm separate and apart from your business, but retained by your small or midsize business as counsel (not as employee) to handle your business and emplyoment law needs. 

  • Will Hairston Law outsource my legal work to another law firm?

    No! We will not hire another firm to peform  any of your legal work. However, if necessary we will refer you to another firm for services we do not offer. 

  • What legal matters are not included in Hairston Law's outsourced legal counsel service?

    Examples of matters that fall outside the scope of our service: complex commercial transactions; real estate; litigation matters (this is a separate service), tax and family law matters. 


    For more details, contact us at 240.401.0083

  • Is Hairston Law's outsourced counsel services affordable for my small or midsize business?

    Absolutely! Our subscription fee is carefully priced to provide quality legal service without devastating your operating account. For pricing, please contact us at 240.401.0083

Conflict Management

  • What is Conflict Management?

    Conflict Management encompasses a series of processes used to identify, address, and peacefully resolve disputes or disagreements between two or more individuals or set of groups. 

  • How does Hairston Law resolve conflict?

    We focus on five methods to manage and resolve conflict: (1) Communication; (2) Negoitation; (3) Mediation; (4) Collaboration; and (5) Arbitration. 


    The method used for a dispute depends on the particular dispute and parties.


    Above all... using biblical instruction!

  • How does this service work for HL's Outsourced Legal Counsel clients?

    Business Owners that subscribe to our Outsourced Legal Counsel ("OLC") service have the option to add on any task under Conflict Management. 


    Please contact us to discuss your needs! 

  • I don't own a business. Will HL represent me in my Mediation?

    Yes! As long as the opposite party to your dispute is not a Hairston Law client. 

  • How much does Mediation representation cost?

    For representation, HL charges $290.00 per hr, with a $1,500.00 retainer paid up-front. 


    Mediation cost can be split equally among the parties. Everything is negotiable!


    Note: If you are an OLC client, there is no additional fee. Mediation Representation is included in your monthly subscription.  

  • How much does it cost for Hairston Law to mediate my dispute?

    For HL to faciliate your workplace mediation, our fee is $200.00 per session. An additional $80.00 will be charged for preparation of the Mediated Settlement Agreement. There is also a one time administrative fee of $100.00 at the time of scheduling your mediation. 


    Note: If you are an OLC client, workplace mediation may be added to your monthly subscription.   

Litigation

  • For HL's OLC clients, is there a separate fee for Litigation?

    Yes! If our client is facing litigation, an addendum retainer agreement must be signed prior to our represention.  


    Be sure to speak with our team about this service.   


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