Michael Christopher Schehr, Animal Law Attorney in Charlotte, North Carolina

Michael concentrates on animal law, asylum, car accidents, citizenship, and criminal defense. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michael handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Animal Law

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• Asylum

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• Car Accidents

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• Citizenship

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• Criminal Defense

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• Deportation

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• Dog Bites

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• Drug Crimes

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• DUI/DWI

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• General

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• Green Cards

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• Immigration

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• Litigation

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• Medical Malpractice

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• Motorcycle

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• Personal Injury

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• Sex Crimes

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• Slip & Fall

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• Theft

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• Traffic

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• Wrongful Death

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Michael's primary office is at 101 N McDowell St Unit 200, Charlotte, NC, 28204. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Michael for a animal law case?

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

• Does Michael offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do animal law cases in North Carolina typically take?

  Simple animal law 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. Michael gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Michael take my case if I'm outside Charlotte?

  Michael 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 — Michael 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 Michael?

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

• Is Michael accepting new animal law clients right now?

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