What Does It Cost to Hire a Business Lawyer?
One of the first questions every business owner asks is: "What will this cost me?"
At Russo Law LLC, that's a fair question with a straight answer. We offer flat fee pricing for most business transactions, capped fees to limit exposure on complex matters, and hourly rates that are roughly half the rate charged by the large New York and national law firms where founder Lou Russo spent his career.
Our goal is simple: you should always know what you're spending before you spend it.
Our Fee Structures
Russo Law LLC offers four fee structures depending on the nature of your matter.
Flat Fee — a fixed price for a defined scope of work, used for most business purchases, contract drafts, and standard transactions. You know the total cost before we begin.
Capped Fee — an hourly arrangement with a maximum cap, used where scope is harder to predict but you still want a ceiling on total cost.
Hourly — for matters requiring ongoing or unpredictable work such as active disputes or extended negotiations. Our hourly rates are approximately half the rate of AmLaw 100 firms.
Monthly Retainer — for outside general counsel clients who need ongoing legal support at a flat monthly fee.
Common Matters We Handle on a Flat Fee Basis
Many standard business legal matters are well-suited to flat fee pricing, including:
- Business purchase agreement review and negotiation (asset or stock purchase)
- Business sale agreement drafting and negotiation
- NDA / Nondisclosure agreement review and drafting
- Letter of Intent (LOI) drafting and review
- Commercial contract review — vendor agreements, service agreements, master service agreements
- Operating agreement and partnership agreement drafting
- Outside general counsel monthly retainer
To request a flat fee quote for your matter, call 929-262-1101 or schedule a free consultation.
Most matters can be quoted within 24 hours of a brief intake call.
Simple, Transparent Onboarding
We use technology to make getting started fast and easy.
We issue a clear written fee proposal before any work begins — no surprises.
Clients complete a secure digital intake through our client portal through Clio.
Engagement letters are signed electronically and flat fees are paid securely Clio (offering ApplePay) and LawPay—the only payment solution offered through the American Bar Association.
Meetings are scheduled directly on Lou's calendar — no back-and-forth email.
We communicate by phone, email, Zoom, or Microsoft Teams — whatever works for you.
Frequently Asked Questions About Legal Fees
Do you offer flat fees for buying a business in NJ?
Yes. Most standard business purchase matters qualify for flat fee pricing. The exact fee depends on deal size and complexity. Contact us for a quote — we can usually provide one within 24 hours.
How do your rates compare to BigLaw firms?
Our hourly rates are roughly half the rate charged by the AmLaw 100 firms where Lou Russo trained and practiced — without any reduction in quality or sophistication.
Will I be billed for every phone call?
We do not nickel-and-dime clients. For flat fee and retainer clients, routine necesary communication is included. For hourly matters, we are transparent about time and discuss expectations upfront.
How quickly can we get started?
Usually within 24–48 hours. The entire onboarding process is electronic and can be completed on any device.
Ready to Get Started?
Russo Law LLC is committed to transparent, efficient legal representation for business owners in New Jersey and New York.
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Call 929-262-1101 or schedule a free consultation today to discuss your contract needs, resolve its business disputes or help with buying or selling a business.
Most matters can be quoted on a flat fee basis within 24 hours.