Christene M. Ertl, Estate Litigation Attorney in St Augustine, Florida

Christene concentrates on estate litigation and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Christene handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Estate Litigation

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• Real Estate

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Christene's primary office is at 780 N PONCE DE LEON BLVD, ST. AUGUSTINE, St. Augustine, Florida, 32095-8803. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Christene for a estate litigation case?

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

• Does Christene offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do estate litigation cases in Florida typically take?

  Simple estate litigation 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. Christene gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Christene take my case if I'm outside St Augustine?

  Christene 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 — Christene 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 Christene?

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

• Is Christene accepting new estate litigation clients right now?

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