Giuliana Francesca Robertson, Criminal Defense Attorney in Burlington, Vermont

Giuliana concentrates on criminal defense, employment, health care, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Giuliana handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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Giuliana's primary office is at 18 Harbor Watch Rd, Burlington, VT, 05401-5270. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Giuliana for a criminal defense case?

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

• Does Giuliana offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do criminal defense cases in Vermont typically take?

  Simple criminal defense 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. Giuliana gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Giuliana take my case if I'm outside Burlington?

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

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

• Is Giuliana accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

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