Mary-Therese Rizzo, Criminal Defense Attorney in Cary, North Carolina

Mary-Therese concentrates on criminal defense, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mary-Therese handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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• Litigation

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Mary-Therese's primary office is at 401 Ramsey Hill Dr, Cary, NC, 27519-9580. 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 Mary-Therese usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Mary-Therese 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 Mary-Therese for a criminal defense case?

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

• Does Mary-Therese offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do criminal defense cases in North Carolina 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. Mary-Therese gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Mary-Therese take my case if I'm outside Cary?

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

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

• Is Mary-Therese accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

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