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

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

Does Madelaine offer a free consultation?

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

How long do business cases in New Jersey 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. Madelaine gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Madelaine take my case if I'm outside Little Falls?

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

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

Is Madelaine accepting new business clients right now?

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

Madelaine P Hicks, Business Attorney in Little Falls

Quick answer

Madelaine P Hicks is an attorney based in Little Falls, NJ. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and Consumer. Madelaine has over 9 years of legal experience.

Based in: Little Falls, NJ
Experience: over 9 years
Known for: Business · Civil Rights · Consumer

Handles Business, Civil Rights, and Consumer matters from Little Falls, NJ.
Over 9 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Madelaine takes on

Madelaine concentrates on business, civil rights, consumer, employment, and entertainment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Madelaine handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Little Falls, New Jersey

Madelaine takes business matters in Little Falls, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Madelaine agrees to represent you.

Civil Rights cases in Little Falls, New Jersey

Madelaine takes civil rights matters in Little Falls, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Madelaine agrees to represent you.

Consumer cases in Little Falls, New Jersey

Madelaine takes consumer matters in Little Falls, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Madelaine agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Little Falls, New Jersey

Madelaine takes employment matters in Little Falls, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Madelaine agrees to represent you.

Entertainment cases in Little Falls, New Jersey

Madelaine takes entertainment matters in Little Falls, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Madelaine agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Madelaine P Hicks — business lawyer in Little Falls

Madelaine P Hicks is an attorney based in Little Falls, NJ. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and Consumer. Madelaine has over 9 years of legal experience.

Madelaine P Hicks is a lawyer practicing business, employee benefits, entertainment and 16 other areas of law. Madelaine received a degree from Rutgers School of Law - Newark, and has been licensed for 9 years. Madelaine practices in Little Falls, NJ.

How Madelaine handles business matters

Madelaine P Hicks is a lawyer practicing business, employee benefits, entertainment and 16 other areas of law. Madelaine received a degree from Rutgers School of Law - Newark, and has been licensed for 9 years. Madelaine practices in Little Falls, NJ.

Who Madelaine represents

Madelaine reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, civil rights, and consumer matters in Little Falls and the surrounding New Jersey area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

Rutgers School of Law - Newark
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Jurisdictions

Madelaine's state bar admissions

New York
2018 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
2017 · ACTIVE

Madelaine studied at — in Rutgers School of Law - Newark.

Law school and academic background

Madelaine completed — in Rutgers School of Law - Newark. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Madelaine runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Madelaine P Hicks's office in Little Falls

Madelaine's primary office is at 150 Clove Rd, Little Falls, NJ, 07424-2138. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

150 Clove Rd

Little Falls, NJ 07424-2138

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Madelaine P Hicks

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Hiring guide

How to hire Madelaine P Hicks — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Madelaine charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Madelaine's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Madelaine will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Little Falls, New Jersey

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Madelaine

Madelaine 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.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Madelaine confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Madelaine's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Madelaine P Hicks

How much does it cost to hire Madelaine for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Madelaine walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Madelaine offer a free consultation?
Madelaine charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Madelaine's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Madelaine's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in New Jersey 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. Madelaine gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Madelaine take my case if I'm outside Little Falls?
Madelaine is licensed in New Jersey. Matters governed by New Jersey law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Madelaine 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 Madelaine?
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. Madelaine will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Madelaine accepting new business clients right now?
Madelaine's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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Areas served

Business attorneys serving Little Falls, Trenton and Newark in New Jersey

Madelaine handles business matters throughout New Jersey. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.