Meighan Eileen O'Reardon, Contracts Attorney in Washington, District of Columbia

Meighan concentrates on contracts, entertainment, and formation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Meighan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Contracts

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• Formation

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Meighan's primary office is at 1200 17th St., N.W., Washington, DC, 20036. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Meighan for a contracts case?

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

• Does Meighan offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do contracts cases in District of Columbia typically take?

  Simple contracts 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. Meighan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Meighan take my case if I'm outside Washington?

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

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

• Is Meighan accepting new contracts clients right now?

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