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

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

Does Russell offer a free consultation?

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

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

Can Russell take my case if I'm outside Wilmington?

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

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

Is Russell accepting new legal clients right now?

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

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Russell Alan Hakes — Attorney in Wilmington, Delaware

Over 48 years of legal practice

Wilmington, DE

Practicing law in Wilmington since 1978.

48+: Years practicing
1: Bar admission

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Russell Alan Hakes is an attorney based in Wilmington, DE. Russell has over 48 years of legal experience.

Based in: Wilmington, DE
Experience: over 48 years
Known for: legal services

Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Biography

Meet Russell Alan Hakes — legal lawyer in Wilmington

Russell Alan Hakes is an attorney based in Wilmington, DE. Russell has over 48 years of legal experience.

Russell Alan Hakes is a lawyer. Russell received a B.S. degree from Brigham Young University in 1971, and has been licensed for 48 years. Russell practices in Wilmington, DE.

The kind of cases Russell takes

Russell reviews new inquiries case-by-case across a general legal practice in Wilmington and the surrounding Delaware area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

Brigham Young University, J. Reuben Clark Law School
J.D. · 1978
Brigham Young University
B.S. Yale · 1971

Jurisdictions

Russell's state bar admissions

California
1978 · ACTIVE

Russell studied at J.D. in Brigham Young University, J. Reuben Clark Law School and B.S. Yale in Brigham Young University.

Law school and academic background

Russell completed J.D. in Brigham Young University, J. Reuben Clark Law School and B.S. Yale in Brigham Young University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Russell runs in Delaware is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Russell Alan Hakes's office in Wilmington

Russell's primary office is at 4601 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE, 19803. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

4601 Concord Pike

Wilmington, DE 19803

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Hiring guide

How to hire Russell Alan Hakes — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a legal attorney in Wilmington, Delaware

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 Russell

Russell 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. Russell confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Russell'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 Russell Alan Hakes

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