cost of legal representation

[Jaycee]

I recently spoke to a lawyer in Cabarete to represent me for an alguacil appearance. He assessed my clothes and spanish speaking ability and quoted me the price of "100 US Dollars." Is this a fair price for a drive to Puerta Plata and a court proceeding or is this gringo fee?

 

[Ken]

I don't think US$100 is too much. He is going to have a to spend a minimum of 2 hours, more likely more, on your case. The drive, the inevitable wait for the hearing to start, and the hearing itself.

 

[Fabio J. Guzman]

With the inevitable delays and postponements the fees quoted are very reasonable.

A word of (free) advice, never hire a lawyer for just one appearance in court, you should retain him/her for the case, which may go on for 2, 3, 5 or more hearings.