Cristen Heather Martinez, Appellate Attorney in Wesley Chapel, Florida

Cristen concentrates on appellate, business, contracts, employment, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Cristen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

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Cristen's primary office is at P.O. Box 7054, Wesley Chapel, FL, 33545. 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 Cristen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Cristen 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 Cristen for a appellate case?

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

• Does Cristen offer a free consultation?

  Cristen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cristen's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Cristen'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. Cristen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Cristen take my case if I'm outside Wesley Chapel?

  Cristen 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 — Cristen 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 Cristen?

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

• Is Cristen accepting new appellate clients right now?

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