Chiarra-May Elayda Stratton, Health Care Attorney in Austin, Texas

Chiarra-May concentrates on health care. Each area below outlines the kind of case Chiarra-May handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

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Chiarra-May's primary office is at Austin, TX. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Chiarra-May for a health care case?

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

• Does Chiarra-May offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do health care cases in Texas typically take?

  Simple health care 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. Chiarra-May gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Chiarra-May take my case if I'm outside Austin?

  Chiarra-May is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Chiarra-May 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 Chiarra-May?

  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. Chiarra-May will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Chiarra-May accepting new health care clients right now?

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