Atlanta Attorney Yemane Clarke-Atlanta Lawyer Yemane Clarke

<BODY> <P><B><FONT COLOR="#000000">COMPANY INFORMATION</FONT></B></P> <P><FONT COLOR="#000000">The law offfice of Attorney Yemane Clarke is dedicated to effectively and efficiently serving our clients by providing premium legal services. In addition, attorney Clarke offers its clients an education that will save them money and may help avoid costly future legal fees.</FONT></P> <P><FONT COLOR="#000000">Attorney Clarke offers a full range of legal services, to individuals, sole proprietors, partnerships, and corporations. These services range from </FONT><A HREF="http://www.divorcemenow.net/" TARGET="_parent">Divorce Law</A><FONT COLOR="#000000">, </FONT><A HREF="http://www.clarkelegal.com/criminal.html" TARGET="_parent">Criminal Defense Law</A><FONT COLOR="#000000">, </FONT>Business Law<FONT COLOR="#000000">, </FONT><A HREF="http://www.clarkelegal.com/business.html" TARGET="_parent">Real Estate Law</A><FONT COLOR="#000000"> , </FONT><A HREF="http://www.musicbusinessattorney.com/" TARGET="_parent">Entertainment Law</A><FONT COLOR="#000000">, </FONT><A HREF="http://www.yemaneclarke.com/" TARGET="_parent">Immigration &Nationality</A><FONT COLOR="#000000">, and </FONT><A HREF="http://www.clarkelegal.com/ESTATE.html" TARGET="_parent">Estate Planning</A><FONT COLOR="#000000"> . <BR> <BR> </FONT></P> <P><FONT COLOR="#000000"><HR ALIGN=LEFT><BR> <B><U>ABOUT ATTORNEY YEMANE CLARKE</U></B></FONT><BR> <BR> Yemane Clarke is in private law practice in Atlanta, Georia. He is licensed to practice law in Texas and Georgia.<BR> <BR> <B><U>Juris Doctorate</U></B><U>,</U> Texas Southern University, Thurgood Marshall School of Law, Graduated with Honors<BR> <BR> <B><U>Bachelor of Business Administration</U></B>, Georgia State University</P> <P><BR> <B><U>Organizations & Other Affiliations<BR> </o Graduate of Texas Criminal Defense Trial College<BR> o Texas Certified Mediator<BR> <BR> </P> <P><B><U>ABOUT SHANELLE CLARKE, JD, Law Clerk</U></B></P> <P><B><U>Juris Doctorate-</U> </B>Texas Southern University, Thurgood Marshall School of Law</P> <P><B><U>Bachelor of Business Administration-</U></B> Georgia State University</P> <P><B><U>Organizations and Certifications</U></B><BR> Phi Delta Phi Law International Fraternity<BR> American Association for Justice<BR> </P> <P>Attorney Yemane Clarke provides legal services in Dekalb, Fulton, Gwinett, and Cobb Counties. He also provides legal services in Stone Mountain, Conyers, Austell, Douglasville, Atlanta, and Decatur. (Georgia)<BR> </P> <P><CENTER><A NAME="anchor93611"></A></CENTER></P> <P><CENTER><B><U><FONT COLOR="#ff0000">Affordable Fees & Personal Attention to Every Case 770-257-8114<BR> <BR> <BR> </FONT></U><FONT SIZE="+1"><A HREF="#anchor98578">BUSINESS LAW<BR> </A><A HREF="#anchor26640">ENTERTAINMENT LAW</A><A HREF="#anchor98578"> <BR> </A><A HREF="#anchor518652">DIVORCE LAW</A></FONT></B><BR> <BR> <B><FONT SIZE="+1"><A HREF="#anchor109761">WILLS, & ESTATE PLANNING<BR> </A><A HREF="#anchor1340254">REAL ESTATE<BR> </A><A HREF="#anchor547667">CRIMINAL DEFENSE</A></FONT></B><BR> <B><FONT SIZE="+1"><A HREF="#anchor508900">Immigration & Nationality</A></FONT></B><BR> <BR> </CENTER></P> <P><CENTER> </CENTER></P> <P><CENTER> </CENTER></P> <P><BR> <BR> <BR> </P> <P><CENTER><BR> <BR> <BR> <BR> </CENTER></P> <P><CENTER> </CENTER></P> <P><CENTER><B><FONT COLOR="#000099"><BR> </FONT></B></CENTER></P> <P> </P> <P> </P> <P> </P> <P><B><FONT COLOR="#000099"><BR> </FONT></B></P> <P><BR> <HR ALIGN=LEFT></P> <P><B><FONT SIZE="+1"><IMG SRC="businesslawfirm.jpg" WIDTH="497" HEIGHT="62" ALIGN="BOTTOM" BORDER="0" NATURALSIZEFLAG="3"></FONT></B><A NAME="anchor98578"></A><B><FONT SIZE="+1"><BR> ATLANTA BUSINESS LAWYER </FONT>(<A HREF="infoform.html" TARGET="Frame1987">contact us</A>) <A HREF="#anchor93611">(top)</A></B></P> <P>o Contract Drafting <BR> o Preparing Employee Contracts & Handbooks<BR> o Business Entity Formation (Corporations, LLC's, Partnerships)<BR> o Business Litigation<BR> o Contract Negotiations<BR> <BR> I am an experienced transactional and litigation attorney and well positioned to assist you with your business planning matters. I have relevant experience in forming and running small businesses, Entertainment & Financial start ups, and have drafted, negotiated and reviewed contracts in a variety of practice areas.</P> <P>One of the things that I would ask you to consider is what your ultimate goals in your business. You can legally protect your assets and pass on your wealth to the next generation without risking your freedom with a carefully legitimate estate plan and business plan. Please contact me for a no-cost, no-obligation telephone consultation. At that time, we can discuss your business goals, formation issues, and fee arrangements.</P> <P>Attorney Yemane Clarke assist individuals, sole proprietors, partnerships, and corporations with Business Law Matters. If you have any questions or would like to meet with an attorney, please contact us by <A HREF="infoform.html" TARGET="Frame1987">clicking the link above</A> or by phone or email. <BR> <BR> <B><U>INFORMATION</U></B><BR> Usually, the start of a new business entails the filing of proper paper work with the State and the IRS and timing is essential. The process begins with selecting the type of business entity you wish to conduct business under such as a sole proprietor, partnerships, corporations, or limited liability company.</P> <P>A sole proprietor is a stand alone person who is in complete control of their business and are personally liable for any liabilities that occurs in operating their business. A partnership consists of two or more persons in agreement to operate a business. This form of business can be established by written agreement or an informal agreement and each partner is usually responsible for the liabilities that occur in operation of the Partnership. However, the partnership differs from a sole proprietorship in that the partnership is actually considered a separate entity. For tax purposes, both types of entities owners are personally responsible for the taxes of the entities.</P> <P>However, there exist several different types of partnerships that are general partnership, limited partnership, and limited liability partnership. Generally, in a limited liability partnership the partners are afforded the protection of limited liability. In essence, it affords them the same protection as a corporation.</P> <P>A Corporation is a separate entity that is incorporated with a state and consists of shareholders that adhere to the articles of incorporation, shareholder agreement or bylaws. If properly operated, a corporation may have a special protection of limited liability. For tax purposes, most corporations have to pay two taxes. Thus, this sometimes makes it unpopular with small business owners. However, with an S-Corporation it affords the protection of a regular corporation but the shareholders are taxed personally and it is has certain restrictions. Next, the newest entity type is known as a limited liability company which is somewhat of a hybrid of a corporation and a partnership. It is afforded the protection of a corporation and the ease of operations like a partnership. Further, it may be taxed as a sole proprietor, a partnership, or a corporation .<BR> <BR> <B><FONT SIZE="+1">ATLANTA BUSINESS ATTORNEY</FONT></B></P> <P>Attorney Yemane Clarke assist business owners and individuals with business matters. If you have any questions or would like to meet with an attorney, please contact us by <A HREF="infoform.html" TARGET="Frame1987">clicking the link above</A> or by phone or email.</P> <P><B>Example of fees:</B></P> <P>Letter $250<BR> Warranties & Disclaimers $300<BR> Non Disclosure $300<BR> Office Consultation $150<BR> 15 minute phone consultation $50<BR> Email consultation $75<BR> * If hired consultation fee is credited to your legal fees.<BR> <BR> Initial review of a document $45 per page (negotiation not included), your attorney will review and advise you regarding the document <BR> Deceptive Trade Practice Letter $400<BR> Incorporation, LLC $999 plus filing fees<BR> <BR> <B>Retainer Fee Deposits</B><BR> The retainer fee is an advance fee deposit that is held in our trust account, and is paid to us on a monthly basis after hourly fees and case expenses are incurred.</P> <P>Costs are the client's responsibility in addition to the attorney's fees, and include things such as postage, copies, filing fees, process service, messenger, faxing, expert witness fees, court reporters, appraisals, title reports, surveys, etc<BR> Examples of retainer fee deposits, according to type of work performed on an hourly basis:<BR> </P> <P>Commercial lease negotiation and drafting. $5,000.00 <BR> Residential landlord/tenant disputes and evictions. $3,000.00 <BR> Residential landlord/tenant leases and negotiations. $2,000.00 <BR> Business Monthly retainer $5000.00</P> <P><B>CIVIL LITIGATION</B><BR> Small Claim Court Suit Retainer=$900 to $5,000 + exp.<BR> State Court Civil Suit Retainer=$5,000 to $15,000 + exp.<BR> Superior Court Civil Suit Retainer=$10,000 to $35,000 + exp.<BR> TRO & Temporary Injunction Retainer=$5,000 to $10,000+ exp.+ bond<BR> Defense of TRO and Temporary Injunction Retainer=$5000 to $10,000+ exp.</P> <P>Attorney Yemane Clarke's hourly rate is $200 per hour <BR> <BR> <B>U.S. Trademark Applications</B>: Flat fee of $1,400 plus filing fees for work necessary to prosecute standard applications through to registration. Filing fees are for each international class desired.<BR> <BR> <B>Corporate Formations</B>: Flat fee of $999 for standard formation of corporation, including drafting articles of incorporation, drafting bylaws, obtaining tax i.d. number, filing of articles of incorporation with secretary of state. LLC formations are done for a similar price. (Fee does not include secretary of state filing fees.)<BR> </P> <P> </P> <P><IMG SRC="entertainmentlaw.jpg" WIDTH="473" HEIGHT="62" ALIGN="BOTTOM" BORDER="0" NATURALSIZEFLAG="0"><A NAME="anchor26640"></A></P> <P><B><FONT SIZE="+1">ATLANTA ENTERTAINMENT LAWYER </FONT>(<A HREF="infoform.html" TARGET="Frame1987">contact us</A>) <A HREF="#anchor93611">(top)</A></B></P> <P>o Contract Drafting<BR> o Publishing Administration<BR> o Copyright & Trademark Registration<BR> o (Partnership & Corporation Formation) Business Entity Formation of a Production Co., Record Co., Publishing Co., or Management Co. <BR> o Review & Negotiation of Entertainment, Sports, and Endorsement Contracts<BR> o Sample Clearance, Contract Breaches, and Litigation Consultation<BR> o Drafting and Negotiation Film & Television Contracts<BR> o Career Advice <BR> o Dispute Resolution With Third Parties</P> <P><BR> Attorney Yemane Clarke assist artists,athletes, and companies with Entertainment & Sports business matters. If you have any questions or would like to meet with an attorney, please contact us by clicking the link above or by phone or email.</P> <P>INFORMATION<BR> Currently, the career of an entertainer or athlete is often 2 years or less. Thus, during the beginning of their career the entertainer or athlete needs to make sure they secure enough money, equity, and future financial security to survive for the rest of their life. This is why it is important to have an attorney negotiate on your behalf and to guide you in your important financial decisions. The common mistake new entertainers make is signing a contract for an agreed amount of money without representation. This often results in later expensive legal bills, and spending more money to acquire the rights you signed away in your contract. An attorney can negotiate contracts, furnish advice on business and tax matters, seek endorsement, estate planning, legal consultations, and assist with off-season employment..</P> <P>Attorney Yemane Clarke can assist you with your entertainment law matters. If you have any questions or would like to meet with an attorney, please contact us by <A HREF="infoform.html" TARGET="Frame1987">clicking the link above</A> or by phone or email.<BR> <BR> <B><FONT SIZE="+1">ATLANTA ENTERTAINMENT ATTORNEY</FONT></B></P> <P><B>EXAMPLE OF ENTERTAINMENT SERVICES FEES</B><BR> <BR> Flat Fee: Under this arrangement, you will know exactly what the attorney fees will be for drafting a contract or for business set up packages. <BR> <BR> Drafting of most entertainment contracts $700-$1500<BR> Office Consultation $150<BR> 15 minute phone consultation $50<BR> Email consultation $75<BR> * If hired consultation fee is credited to your legal fees.<BR> </P> <P><B>U.S. Trademark Applications:</B> Flat fee of $1,400 plus filing fees for work necessary to prosecute standard applications through to registration. Filing fees are for each class desired.</P> <P><B>Corporate Formations:</B> Flat fee of $999 for standard formation of corporation, including drafting articles of incorporation, drafting bylaws, obtaining tax i.d. number, filing of articles of incorporation with secretary of state. LLC formations are done for a similar price. (Fee does not include secretary of state filing fees.)<BR> <BR> <B>A Level Representation, "Basic Contract Review."</B><BR> Offered to artists, managers, and songwriters, your attorney will review and advise you regarding an entertainment agreement presented to you, and recommend any counter-offers or including special terms. <BR> <BR> <B>B Level Representation, "Extra Review."</B><BR> Offered to artist, managers, and songwriters, B includes everything contained in A, plus review and a letter of opinion regarding the terms of the contract and the course of action you should take. <BR> <BR> <B>C Level Representation, "The Complete Transaction."</B><BR> Offered to anyone, includes A and B, plus your attorney will negotiate on your behalf, and you will have the option of signing at our office, provided cooperation can be obtained from the opposing side. <BR> <TABLE WIDTH="527" BORDER="1" CELLSPACING="2" CELLPADDING="0"> <TR> <TD WIDTH="25%">  </TD> <TD WIDTH="25%">  A</TD> <TD WIDTH="25%">  B</TD> <TD WIDTH="25%">  C (depends on the amount of the contract</TD> </TR> <TR> <TD WIDTH="25%">  Artist Agreement</TD> <TD WIDTH="25%">  $1,200.00</TD> <TD WIDTH="25%">  $3,600.00</TD> <TD WIDTH="25%">  $5000 to $20,000</TD> </TR> <TR> <TD WIDTH="25%">  Management Contract</TD> <TD WIDTH="25%">  $1,000.00</TD> <TD WIDTH="25%">  $3,000.00</TD> <TD WIDTH="25%">  $4,500 to $10,000</TD> </TR> <TR> <TD WIDTH="25%">  Publishing Contract</TD> <TD WIDTH="25%">  $1,200.00</TD> <TD WIDTH="25%">  $3,600.00</TD> <TD WIDTH="25%">  $5,000 to $20,000</TD> </TR> <TR> <TD WIDTH="25%">  Production Contract</TD> <TD WIDTH="25%">  $1,200.00</TD> <TD WIDTH="25%">  $3,600.00</TD> <TD WIDTH="25%">  $5,000 to $20,000</TD> </TR> <TR> <TD WIDTH="25%">  Artist rider</TD> <TD WIDTH="25%">  $1,000.00</TD> <TD WIDTH="25%">  $2,000.00</TD> <TD WIDTH="25%">  $3,699 to $5,000</TD> </TR> </TABLE><BR> </P> <P><B>Record/Entertainment Company Package 1:</B> Business formation (Corporation or LLC*), drafting an operating agreement or corporate bylaws, registering the Initial Copyrights for the company for recorded work, drafting 3 exclusive artist agreements, drafting 3 work for hire agreement. If needed registering the company with Harry Fox. $4000.00 * for Business formation please see the Corporate Formation above to see what is included.</P> <P><B>Publishing Company Package 2: </B>Business formation (Corporation or LLC*), drafting an operating agreement or corporate bylaws, registering the Initial Copyrights for the company for recorded work, drafting 3 publishing agreements, drafting 3 work for hire agreements. If needed registering the company with ASCAP, SESAC, or BMI. $4000.00 * for Business formation please see the Corporate Formation above to see what is included.</P> <P><B>Management Company Package 3: </B>Business formation (Corporation or LLC*), drafting an operating agreement or corporate bylaws, drafting 3 management agreements, $2700.00 * for Business formation please see the Corporate Formation above to see what is included.</P> <P><B>PACKAGE 4:</B> Includes everything offered in Packages 1-3 and includes the registration of Trademarks for 2 companies(filing fees for each class required) $10,000.00<BR> <BR> <B>Percentage/Contingency Fee: Under special conditions sometimes attorney Yemane Clarke will take cases on a contingency fee. Contigency fee meaning that attorney Clarke will be paid 5% of the total contract amount negotiated and any advances.</B></P> <P>**Costs.<BR> Costs are the client's responsibility in addition to the attorney's fees, and include things such as postage, copies, filing fees, process service, messenger, faxing, expert witness fees, court reporters, accountants, travel, etc.</P> <P> </P> <P><CENTER><B><FONT COLOR="#ff0000" SIZE="+1">TIP ! No business transaction should be conducted without a contract, and seek professional review of the contract before you sign it.<BR> <HR></FONT></B></CENTER></P> <P><B><U><FONT COLOR="#000000" SIZE="+1"><MAP NAME="lorrettaMap14"> <AREA SHAPE="rect" COORDS="10,7,494,133" HREF="http://www.lorettawilliamsgurnell.org/" TARGET="_blank"> </MAP><IMG SRC="lorretta.jpg" WIDTH="503" HEIGHT="142" ALIGN="BOTTOM" BORDER="0" NATURALSIZEFLAG="0" USEMAP="#lorrettaMap14" ISMAP></FONT></U></B></P> <P><FONT COLOR="#000000">Lorettas debut album, Its a New Day, is a fresh and unique sound that delivers a powerful message for living victoriously. This prize package from God carries original lyrics and production to meet you where you are in life and encourage you to go higher. IT'S A MUST HAVE FOR YOUR MUSIC LIBRARY. The title track, Its a New Day is sure to encourage and give hope for the hopeless. "Adoration" is magnificent-everyday worship so be ready to step in the presence of the Lord. While "Truly Blessed" will remind you that no matter what youre going through, you are an over comer.</FONT></P> <P> </P> <P><B><U><FONT COLOR="#000000" SIZE="+1"><HR ALIGN=LEFT></FONT></U></B></P> <P><B><U><FONT COLOR="#000000" SIZE="+1">The Ethical Record Company:</FONT></U><FONT COLOR="#000000" SIZE="+1"><BR> KICK-DOG RECORDS Inc., offers individual artists the opportunity for recorded performance (CDs, tapes), market distribution, digital satellite air play, traditional air play, Internet marketing and exposure, and market return. Check out there website by clicking on the banner below. <BR> </FONT></B></P> <P><B><FONT COLOR="#ff0000" SIZE="+1"><MAP NAME="LOGOSCANMap3"> <AREA SHAPE="rect" COORDS="12,5,493,92" HREF="http://www.kick-dog.com/" TARGET="_blank"> </MAP><IMG SRC="LOGOSCAN.jpg" WIDTH="499" HEIGHT="104" ALIGN="BOTTOM" BORDER="0" NATURALSIZEFLAG="0" USEMAP="#LOGOSCANMap3" ISMAP><BR> </FONT></B></P> <P><HR ALIGN=LEFT></P> <P><A HREF="http://www.taxi.com/" TARGET="_top"><IMG SRC="http://www.taxi.com/graphics/Ctaxi156.gif" WIDTH="150" HEIGHT="60" BORDER="0" ALIGN="LEFT" NATURALSIZEFLAG="0"> TAXI</A>: the world's leading independent A&R company helping unsigned bands, artists and songwriters get record deals, publishing deals and placement in films and TV shows.<BR> <BR CLEAR="ALL"><BR> <BR> <HR ALIGN=LEFT> </P> <P><IMG SRC="wills%20estate%20planning.jpg" WIDTH="397" HEIGHT="81" ALIGN="BOTTOM" BORDER="0" NATURALSIZEFLAG="0"><A NAME="anchor109761"></A></P> <P><B><FONT COLOR="#000000" SIZE="+1">ATLANTA WILLS, ESTATE PLANNING ATTORNEY</FONT><FONT COLOR="#000000">(</FONT><A HREF="infoform.html" TARGET="Frame1987">contact us</A><FONT COLOR="#000000">) </FONT><A HREF="#anchor93611">(top)</A></B><BR> <BR> <BR> Attorney Yemane Clarke provides knowledgeable legal advice and offers effective help in aiding families with estate planning matters.</P> <P>Drafting of Wills, Trusts, Declaration of Guardianships, Medical Power of Attorneys, Directives to Physician, Living Wills, Premarital Agreements, and other Estate Planning documents.</P> <P><B><FONT SIZE="+2">o WILLS & TRUST<BR> o LIVING TRUST, LIFE INSURANCE TRUST, QTIP TRUST, CHILD TRUST<BR> o POWER OF ATTORNEY<BR> o GUARDIANSHIP<BR> o Small Estate Affidavits & Heirship Affidavits<BR> o Real Estate Transfers (Warranty Deed)<BR> o Living Wills, Medical Power of Attorney<BR> o Probate & Estate Representation<BR> o Premarital Agreement & Postnuptial Agreement</FONT></B></P> <P>In the area of preparing Wills and Trusts, and handling Probate matters, it is very important that all financial information be obtained so that the most appropriate plan can be developed and implemented. Such course of action could include a Will and -where minor children or children with special needs are involved, or for tax purposes - a Trust might be recommended. In addition, a Durable Power of Attorney (for finances); a Designation of Patient Advocate (for making medical treatment decisions); a Living Will (giving direction for dealing with terminal illnesses); and real estate and other transfers - need to be considered as potentially meaningful components of a comprehensive Estate Plan .</P> <P><BR> <B><FONT COLOR="#000000" SIZE="+1">ATLANTA WILLS, ESTATE PLANNING LAWYER</FONT></B></P> <P><B>Example of fees:</B><BR> Estate planning<BR> Last Will & Testament $400 <BR> Living Will $100<BR> Health Care Power of Attorney $125<BR> Power of Attorney $125<BR> Package: Last Will & Testament, Living Will, Health Care Power of Attorney, Power of Attorney $650 and for couples $750 <BR> Office Consultation $150<BR> 15 minute phone consultation $50<BR> Email consultation $75<BR> * If hired consultation fee is credited to your legal fees.<BR> </P> <P>Attorney Yemane Clarke assist individuals with estate planning matters. If you have any questions or would like to meet with an attorney, please contact us by <A HREF="infoform.html" TARGET="Frame1987">clicking the link above</A> or by phone or email.</P> <P> </P> <P> </P> <P><HR ALIGN=LEFT></P> <P><B><FONT COLOR="#000000" SIZE="+3"><IMG SRC="realestatelawfirm.jpg" WIDTH="447" HEIGHT="87" ALIGN="BOTTOM" BORDER="0" NATURALSIZEFLAG="0"></FONT></B><A NAME="anchor1340254"></A></P> <P><B><FONT COLOR="#000000" SIZE="+2">ATLANTA REAL ESTATE LAWYER</FONT>(<A HREF="infoform.html" TARGET="Frame1987">contact us</A>) <A HREF="#anchor93611">(top)</A><FONT COLOR="#ff0000" SIZE="+3"><BR> Prompt Personal Service!</FONT><FONT SIZE="+4"> <BR> </FONT><FONT SIZE="+3">o Evictions<BR> o Landlord/Tenant<BR> o Residential<BR> o Commercial<BR> o Litigation<BR> <BR> </FONT></B><BR> Full service real estate firm providing legal services for the purchase, sale or refinance of your home, condominium or cooperative unit. We represent purchasers and sellers of residential and commercial property, as well as, various lenders. Yemane Clarke will help you every step of the way from contract or application to closing. <BR> Attorney Yemane Clarke assist individuals, sole proprietors, partnerships, and corporations with Real Estate Law Matters. If you have any questions or would like to meet with an attorney, please contact us by <A HREF="infoform.html" TARGET="Frame1987">clicking the link above</A> or by phone or email. <BR> <BR> <BR> <B>Example of fees:</B></P> <P>Letter $250<BR> Warranties & Disclaimers $300<BR> Non Disclosure $300<BR> Office Consultation $150<BR> 15 minute phone consultation $50<BR> Email consultation $75<BR> * If hired consultation fee is credited to your legal fees.</P> <P>Initial review of a document $45 per page (negotiation not included), your attorney will review and advise you regarding the document <BR> Deceptive Trade Practice Letter $400<BR> Incorporation, LLC $999 plus filing fees and costs<BR> Residential Eviction $950 plus filing fees and costs</P> <P>Retainer Fee Deposits<BR> The retainer fee is an advance fee deposit that is held in our trust account, and is paid to us on a monthly basis after hourly fees and case expenses are incurred.</P> <P>Costs are the client's responsibility in addition to the attorney's fees, and include things such as postage, copies, filing fees, process service, messenger, faxing, expert witness fees, court reporters, appraisals, title reports, surveys, etc<BR> Examples of retainer fee deposits, according to type of work performed on an hourly basis:</P> <P><B><FONT COLOR="#000000" SIZE="+1">ATLANTA REAL ESTATE ATTORNEY</FONT></B></P> <P>Commercial lease negotiation and drafting. $5,000.00 <BR> Residential landlord/tenant disputes and evictions. $3,000.00 <BR> Residential landlord/tenant leases and negotiations. $2,000.00 <BR> Business Monthly retainer $5000.00</P> <P><B>CIVIL LITIGATION</B><BR> Small Claim Court Suit Retainer=$900 to $5,000 + exp.<BR> County Court Civil Suit Retainer=$5,000 to $15,000 + exp.<BR> District Court Civil Suit Retainer=$10,000 to $35,000 + exp.<BR> TRO & Temporary Injunction Retainer=$5,000 to $10,000+ exp.+ bond<BR> Defense of TRO and Temporary Injunction Retainer=$5000 to $10,000+ exp.</P> <P>Attorney Yemane Clarke's hourly rate is $200 per hour</P> <P>U.S. Trademark Applications: Flat fee of $1,400 plus filing fees for work necessary to prosecute standard applications through to registration. Filing fees are for each international class desired.</P> <P>Corporate Formations: Flat fee of $999 for standard formation of corporation, including drafting articles of incorporation, drafting bylaws, obtaining tax i.d. number, filing of articles of incorporation with secretary of state. LLC formations are done for a similar price. (Fee does not include secretary of state filing fees.)</P> <P> </P> <P> </P> <P> </P> <P> </P> <P> </P> <P><BR> <HR ALIGN=LEFT></P> <P><B><FONT SIZE="+1"><IMG SRC="family%20law%20firm.jpg" WIDTH="461" HEIGHT="75" ALIGN="BOTTOM" BORDER="0" NATURALSIZEFLAG="3"></FONT></B><A NAME="anchor83160"></A><A NAME="anchor518652"></A></P> <P><B><FONT SIZE="+1">ATLANTA FAMILY LAWYER </FONT><FONT COLOR="#000000">(</FONT><A HREF="infoform.html" TARGET="Frame1987">contact us</A><FONT COLOR="#000000">) </FONT><A HREF="#anchor93611">(top)</A></B><BR> The Clarke Law Firm provides knowledgeable legal advice and offers effective help in these often distressing personal situations. Our firm strives to reach a just and fair agreement between our client and their spouse. If an acceptable agreement cannot be reached, we vigorously pursue and protect your rights in court.</P> <P>In Divorce and Divorce-related cases, people are under a great deal of stress. One of the goals of the Attorney-Client relationship is for clients to be able to leave the problem, regardless of what it is, with the attorney, so that the client will be relieved of the stress created by the problem.</P> <P>I represent the client's best interest by being a "problem solver." I take the burden away from the client and address the problem directly, while keeping the client informed. In addition, I am careful to review any other legal needs required by the client to provide "full service" for someone going through a divorce, including Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorneys, Medical Powers of Attorneys, and Living Wills.</P> <P>Family Law practiced limited to the following areas:</P> <P><B>o Divorce<BR> o Child Support<BR> o Adoption<BR> o Modifications</B></P> <P><B><FONT SIZE="+1">ATLANTA DIVORCE ATTORNEY<BR> </FONT><BR> What Is An Uncontested Divorce?</B></P> <P>An uncontested divorce occurs when: (a) there are no disagreements between you and your spouse over any financial or divorce-related issues (i.e., child custody and support, division of marital property or spousal support); and (b) your spouse either agrees to the divorce, or fails to appear in the divorce action.</P> <P> </P> <P>Our fees will be discussed upon completion of the first consultation. The attorney prefers to meet with a client before discussing fees as each clients case varies. At that time, we will discuss your retainer, against which the attorney's hourly fees and the case expenses (filing fees, process server fees, court reporter fees, copy charges, etc.) will be charged.<BR> </P> <P>The Clarke Law Firm assist individuals with family law matters. If you have any questions or would like to meet with an attorney, please contact us by <A HREF="infoform.html" TARGET="Frame1987">clicking the link above</A> or by phone or email.</P> <P><B>EXAMPLE OF FEES:</B></P> <P>DIVORCE PRICES<BR> <BR> Office Consultation $150<BR> 15 minute phone consultation $50<BR> Email consultation $75<BR> * If hired consultation fee is credited to your legal fees.<BR> <BR> <B><FONT SIZE="+1">ATLANTA DIVORCE LAWYER</FONT></B></P> <P>SIGNATURE DIVORCE (Plus filing fees & court costs to each price listed below in section )</P> <P>$750.00- NO Children, NO real estate, NO retirement</P> <P>II <B>BASIC UNCONTESTED DIVORCE FEES</B> (Plus filing fees & court costs to each price listed below in section II)<BR> $850.00 -INCLUDES real estate (only) <BR> $850.00 -INCLUDES retirement language (only)<BR> $850.00 -INCLUDES children (only) <BR> $950.00 -INCLUDES real estate and children<BR> $950.00 -INCLUDES real estate and retirement language(only) <BR> $950.00 -INCLUDES retirement language (only) and children<BR> $1,050.00 -INCLUDES children, real estate, and retirement language (only)</P> <P>III. <B>ADDITIONAL FEES NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICES LISTED ABOVE</B>: <BR> __ $100.00 additional real estate deeds <BR> __$100.00 name change to prior name<BR> __ $100.00 Certified Copy of Decree/Order<BR> __ $350.00 Attorney General Involvement <BR> __ $50.00 30 minute consultation<BR> __ $800.00 For each Qualified Domestic Relations Order <BR> ___$750.00 Child Born During The Marriage Not Of The Marriage<BR> ___ $350.00 Special Custody Issue</P> <P>RUSH SERVICES - ADD $100.00 FOR EACH Rush Petition/Motion (one week filing) Rush Waiver (one week service) Rush Decree (one week prepared)</P> <P>IV. OTHER UNCONTESTED FAMILY LAW MATTERS (ALL PRICING RULES ABOVE APPLY) (Plus filing fees & Court costs to each price listed below in section III)<BR> $750.00 Agreed Motion to Modify <BR> $750.00 Agreed Suit Affecting P/C Relationship<BR> $1500.00 Agreed Adoption/Termination <BR> $750.00 Divorce by Publication, (Ad Litem fees not included) <BR> Add $100.00 Each for Real Estate, Retirement language (only), and children<BR> <BR> </P> <P><B><FONT COLOR="#000099"><HR ALIGN=LEFT></FONT></B></P> <P><B><IMG SRC="immigrationblue.jpg" WIDTH="350" HEIGHT="74" ALIGN="BOTTOM" BORDER="0" NATURALSIZEFLAG="3"></B><A NAME="anchor508900"></A><B><BR> ATLANTA IMMIGRATION & NATIONALITY LAWYER (<A HREF="infoform.html" TARGET="Frame1987">contact us</A>)<A HREF="#anchor93611">(top)</A></B></P> <P>o All Family Immigration Matters<BR> o Adjustment of Status to Permanent Residency/Green Card<BR> o Naturalization/Citizenship<BR> o Extension of Status/Change of Status<BR> o Consulate Processing<BR> o Immigration Court Hearing Deportation Representation<BR> o Immigration Court Hearing Voluntary Departure Representation<BR> o EOIR Appeals<BR> o Federal Court Litigation</P> <P>The Clarke Law Firm assist individuals and businesses with immigration matters. If you have any questions or would like to meet with an attorney, please contact us by <A HREF="infoform.html" TARGET="Frame1987">clinking the link above</A> or by phone or email.</P> <P><B>TIPS<BR> </B>1. If your not a US citizen or Permanent resident, you have to carry a passport.<BR> 2. If you grossly over stay your B-2 Visa, you are out of status. <FONT COLOR="#ff0000">Pay attention to Expiration <BR> Date on your I-94.</FONT><BR> 3. If considering adoption, please adopt the child before 16 years of age.<BR> <FONT COLOR="#ff0000">4. Any criminal penalty punishable by a year or more may subject you to deportation (including Deferred Adjudication).<BR> <BR> </FONT><B>ATLANTA IMMIGRATION & NATIONALITY ATTORNEY</B></P> <P><B><FONT COLOR="#000000">Example of legal fees:<BR> </FONT></B>Office Consultation $150<BR> Attorney Letter $250.00<BR> 15 minute phone consultation $50<BR> Email consultation $75<BR> * If hired consultation fee is credited to your legal fees.<BR> </P> <P><TABLE WIDTH="450" BORDER="1" CELLSPACING="2" CELLPADDING="0" HEIGHT="245"> <TR> <TD WIDTH="33%" HEIGHT="23">  <B>Case Type</B></TD> <TD WIDTH="29%" HEIGHT="23">  <B>Attorney Fees</B></TD> <TD WIDTH="38%" HEIGHT="23">  Plus Filing fees & Cost</TD> </TR> <TR> <TD WIDTH="33%" HEIGHT="23">  I-130</TD> <TD WIDTH="29%" HEIGHT="23">  $650.00/person</TD> <TD WIDTH="38%" HEIGHT="23">  Plus Filing fees & Cost</TD> </TR> <TR> <TD WIDTH="33%" HEIGHT="42">  I-130, I-485, I-131, I-765</TD> <TD WIDTH="29%" HEIGHT="42">  $1,550.00/person</TD> <TD WIDTH="38%" HEIGHT="42">  Plus Filing fees & Cost</TD> </TR> <TR> <TD WIDTH="33%" HEIGHT="23">  Naturalization</TD> <TD WIDTH="29%" HEIGHT="23">  $400.00/person</TD> <TD WIDTH="38%" HEIGHT="23">  Plus Filing fees & Cost</TD> </TR> <TR> <TD WIDTH="33%" HEIGHT="23">  B-2 Extension</TD> <TD WIDTH="29%" HEIGHT="23">  $500.00/person</TD> <TD WIDTH="38%" HEIGHT="23">  Plus Filing fees & Cost</TD> </TR> <TR> <TD WIDTH="33%" HEIGHT="23">  Asylum</TD> <TD WIDTH="29%" HEIGHT="23">  $5,500.00/person</TD> <TD WIDTH="38%" HEIGHT="23">  Plus Filing fees & Cost</TD> </TR> <TR> <TD WIDTH="33%" HEIGHT="23">  Deportation Hearing</TD> <TD WIDTH="29%" HEIGHT="23"> $5,000.00</TD> <TD WIDTH="38%" HEIGHT="23">  Plus Filing fees & Cost</TD> </TR> <TR> <TD WIDTH="33%" HEIGHT="19">  Appeals</TD> <TD WIDTH="29%" HEIGHT="19">  Start@$2,500.00</TD> <TD WIDTH="38%" HEIGHT="19">  Plus Filing fees & Cost</TD> </TR> </TABLE><BR> </P> <P><BR> <HR ALIGN=LEFT></P> <P> </P> <P><IMG SRC="criminal%20defense.jpg" WIDTH="502" HEIGHT="110" ALIGN="BOTTOM" BORDER="0" NATURALSIZEFLAG="3"><A NAME="anchor547667"></A></P> <P><B>ATLANTA CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY (<A HREF="infoform.html" TARGET="Frame1987">contact us</A>)<A HREF="#anchor93611">(top)</A></B></P> <P>We represents clients accused of crimes in Texas and Federal Jurisdictions. If you are charged with a crime contact us for a free consultation.We will fight vigoursly to protect your rights.You may have to attain your justice by taking your case to trial and we will be prepared to trial your case.<BR> <BR> <B><FONT SIZE="+1">Atlanta Criminal Defense Lawyer</FONT></B><BR> <BR> Attorney Clarke, practices in the following areas:</P> <P>o All Misdemeanors<BR> o All Felonies<BR> o Juvenile <BR> o Probation and Parole Revocation Hearing <BR> o Expungment of Criminal Records or Pardon.</P> <P>We provide effective legal counsel in cases involving DUI/DWI. Attorney Clarke assist individuals with Criminal Defense Matters. <BR> <BR> <BR> </P> <P>Attorney Yemane Clarke provides legal services in Dekalb, Fulton, Gwinett, and Cobb Counties. He also provides legal services in Stone Mountain, Conyers, Austell, Douglasville, Atlanta, and Decatur. 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