Our Fee Structures: Transparency & Value for Your Venture
At Savvy Esquires, we believe that accessing expert legal and business guidance should be straightforward and transparent. Industry reports, like the 2025 Legal Trends Report, confirm what we've always known: clients value predictability and clarity when it comes to professional fees. Our fee structures are designed with this principle at their core, providing you with clear options so you can invest in your venture with confidence.
We offer a range of arrangements, from flat fees for foundational projects to flexible retainers for ongoing support, ensuring you can find a solution that aligns with your needs and budget.
Flat-Fee Service Menu
For many of our essential transactional legal services, we offer flat-fee packages. You will know the exact cost for our professional services upfront. Please note: All government filing fees (e.g., from the state or U.S. Patent and Trademark Office) and third-party costs are separate and are the responsibility of the client.
| Service Category | Package Name | Savvy Esquires' Flat Fee | What's Included in Our Fee | Common Additional Costs (Paid by Client) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Formation | ||||
| Business Formation | LLC Formation Package | $1,250 | Consultation, name availability check, preparation & filing of formation documents, drafting a standard Operating Agreement, assistance with obtaining an EIN. | State Filing Fees, Registered Agent Fees |
| Business Formation | Corporation Formation Package | $1,750 | Consultation, name availability check, preparation & filing of formation documents, drafting standard Bylaws, initial board consents, assistance with obtaining an EIN. | State Filing Fees, Registered Agent Fees |
| Contract Services | ||||
| Contract Services | New Contract Draft | Starts at $1,000 | Drafting of one (1) standard agreement (up to 10 pages), initial consultation, and up to two rounds of client revisions. | N/A |
| Contract Services | Contract Review & Strategy | $750 | Review of one (1) third-party contract (up to 15 pages), a written summary of key risks & suggested revisions, and a one-hour strategy session. | N/A |
| Intellectual Property | ||||
| Intellectual Property | Copyright Filing | $750 | Consultation, legal advice on copyrightability, preparation & review of the standard online application, and electronic filing with the U.S. Copyright Office. | U.S. Copyright Office Filing Fee ($45-$65) |
| Intellectual Property | Trademark Search & Opinion | $2,000 | In-depth consultation, a comprehensive search, and a detailed written opinion letter on registrability and risks. | Third-Party Search Report Costs (if applicable) |
| Intellectual Property | Trademark Application Filing | $1,250 (per class) | Consultation on filing strategy, drafting goods/services description for one class, and preparation & electronic filing of the application with the USPTO. | USPTO Filing Fees (typically $350 per class) |
| Website & Online Business | ||||
| Website & Online Business | Website Legal Essentials | Starts at $1,500 | Drafting of a custom Privacy Policy and Terms of Service for a standard website or blog, including an initial consultation. | N/A |
Important Considerations for Flat Fees:
- Negotiations & Complexities: Any services requiring extensive negotiations with third parties or involving complexities beyond the standard scope described above may revert to our standard hourly rate of five hundred dollars ($500.00) per hour, which will be discussed and agreed upon with you in advance.
- Other Services: All Business Consulting, Fractional Executive Services, and legal work not covered by a specific flat-fee package are billed at our standard hourly rate or via a custom retainer agreement. For ongoing support, please ask about our Flexible Retainer Options.
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