Ramona Lee Marten, Criminal Defense Attorney in St Louis, Missouri

Ramona concentrates on criminal defense, family law, juvenile, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ramona handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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• Family Law

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• Litigation

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Ramona's primary office is at 1910 Hickory St., St. Louis, MO, 63104-2932. 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 Ramona usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Ramona 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 Ramona for a criminal defense case?

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

• Does Ramona offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do criminal defense cases in Missouri 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. Ramona gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Ramona take my case if I'm outside St Louis?

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

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

• Is Ramona accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

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