Julie-Anne Castro — Attorney in Columbia, South Carolina

Julie-Anne's primary office is at 2109 Bull Street, Columbia, SC, 29201. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Julie-Anne for a legal case?

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

• Does Julie-Anne offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do legal cases in South Carolina typically take?

  Simple legal 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. Julie-Anne gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Julie-Anne take my case if I'm outside Columbia?

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

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

• Is Julie-Anne accepting new legal clients right now?

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