Helaina Bardunias, Business Attorney in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

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

• Business

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• Employment

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• Litigation

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Helaina's primary office is at 2426 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301-1573. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Helaina for a business case?

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

• Does Helaina offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do business cases in Florida typically take?

  Simple business 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. Helaina gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Helaina take my case if I'm outside Fort Lauderdale?

  Helaina 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 — Helaina 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 Helaina?

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

• Is Helaina accepting new business clients right now?

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