Shire R. Patel, Personal Injury Attorney in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Shire concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Shire handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Personal Injury

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Shire's primary office is at 300 SE 17th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33316-2550. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Shire for a personal injury case?

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

• Does Shire offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do personal injury cases in Florida typically take?

  Simple personal injury 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. Shire gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Shire take my case if I'm outside Fort Lauderdale?

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

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

• Is Shire accepting new personal injury clients right now?

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