Julian Montoya, Appellate Attorney in Key West, Florida

Julian concentrates on appellate, child support, criminal defense, juvenile, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Julian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Appellate

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• Child Support

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• Criminal Defense

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• Juvenile

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• Litigation

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Julian's primary office is at Office of The Public Defender, Key West, FL, 33040-3004. 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 Julian usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Julian 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 Julian for a appellate case?

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

• Does Julian offer a free consultation?

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

• Can Julian take my case if I'm outside Key West?

  Julian 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 — Julian 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 Julian?

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

• Is Julian accepting new appellate clients right now?

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