Candance M Sabella, Appellate Attorney in Treasure Island, Florida

Candance concentrates on appellate and criminal defense. Each area below outlines the kind of case Candance handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Appellate

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• Criminal Defense

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Candance's primary office is at 413 Haven Point Dr, Treasure Island, FL, 33706-1206. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Candance usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Candance discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Candance for a appellate case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Candance walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Candance offer a free consultation?

  Candance charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Candance's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Candance's current terms during booking.

• How long do appellate cases in Florida typically take?

  Simple appellate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Candance gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Candance take my case if I'm outside Treasure Island?

  Candance is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Candance will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Candance?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Candance will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Candance accepting new appellate clients right now?

  Candance's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.