Home Policy And Philosophy Online Searches Assignment Sheet D. J. Himstedt, J.D., President Legal Investigations, Inc.

FEE POLICY AND SCHEDULE

Based upon a survey of investigative firms in the Denver metro and Colorado area, we have established the following fee and expense schedule. Please be aware that our fees are always open to negotiation. If at any time, the client feels that a particular item billed was not authorized or appropriate, or for any other reason does not feel that this item should be paid, simply red-line it from the bill and pay the remainder, and no questions will be asked, except to inquire as to how we can improve our services and avoid billing misunderstandings in the future.

FEES

Standard investigation $100.00 per hour
Surveillance $100.00 per hour
Per diem for out of town work $1,000.00 per day (or any portion thereof)
Minimum per case (2 hours) $200.00
Rush (within 48 hours) / evenings / weekends Twice the above rates


EXPENSES

Mileage
Photocopies
Photographs
Cellular/long distance charges
Cassette tapes
Videotapes
Database searches
$ .50 per mile
$ .10 per copy
$ 1.00 per standard print
$ 1.00 per minute
$ 2.50 per tape
$ 3.00 per tape
$ cost per search - request separate price list


All other expenses - copies of public records, postage, lodging, travel, meals, etc. are billed at actual cost and receipts will be provided if prior request is made.

SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS

We are always willing to discuss special billing and fee arrangements, whether based upon a particular case, annual or flat fee contract arrangements, special travel arrangements, or volume discounts. Please do not hesitate to call regarding such discussions.