How much does it cost to hire Maunsel for a legal case?

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

Does Maunsel offer a free consultation?

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

How long do legal cases in Louisiana 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. Maunsel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Maunsel take my case if I'm outside New Orleans?

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

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

Is Maunsel accepting new legal clients right now?

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

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Maunsel W Hickey — Attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana

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New Orleans, LA

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Maunsel W Hickey is a member based in New Orleans, LA. Currently practicing at Hickey & Riess.

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Biography

About Maunsel W Hickey — Attorney of Louisiana legal experience

Maunsel W Hickey is a member based in New Orleans, LA. Currently practicing at Hickey & Riess.

Maunsel W Hickey is a lawyer. Maunsel received a B.B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1939, and has been licensed for 84 years. Maunsel practices at Hickey & Riess in New Orleans, LA.

Who Maunsel represents

Maunsel reviews new inquiries case-by-case across a general legal practice in New Orleans and the surrounding Louisiana area.

Credentials

Maunsel W Hickey's legal education and bar admissions

Tulane University
LL.B. · 1942
Tulane University
B.B.A. · 1939

Jurisdictions

Maunsel's state bar admissions

U.S. Tax Court
1965 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court
1946 · ACTIVE
Louisiana
1942 · ACTIVE

Maunsel studied at LL.B. in Tulane University and B.B.A. in Tulane University.

Law school and academic background

Maunsel completed LL.B. in Tulane University and B.B.A. in Tulane University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Maunsel runs in Louisiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Maunsel's professional memberships and bar associations

New Orleans, Louisiana State and American Bar Associations
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Locations

Maunsel W Hickey's office in New Orleans

Maunsel's primary office is at 1139 Arabella St., New Orleans, LA, 70115-3101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Hickey & Riess

1139 Arabella St.

New Orleans, LA 70115-3101

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Hiring guide

How to hire Maunsel W Hickey — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Maunsel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Maunsel'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; Maunsel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a legal attorney in New Orleans, Louisiana

A short list to run through before you commit: How many legal 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 Maunsel

Maunsel 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.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every legal 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. Maunsel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Maunsel W Hickey

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