Crew Schielke, Appellate Attorney in Montclair, New Jersey

Crew concentrates on appellate, consumer, litigation, real estate, and traffic. Each area below outlines the kind of case Crew handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Appellate

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Crew's primary office is at 70 Park St, Montclair, NJ, 07042. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Crew for a appellate case?

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

• Does Crew offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do appellate cases in New Jersey typically take?

  Simple appellate 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. Crew gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Crew take my case if I'm outside Montclair?

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

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

• Is Crew accepting new appellate clients right now?

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