Edith K Blakney, Appellate Attorney in Ferndale, Michigan

Edith concentrates on appellate, child custody, criminal defense, expungement, and family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Edith handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Appellate

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• Child Custody

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• Criminal Defense

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• Expungement

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• Family Law

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Edith's primary office is at Ferndale, MI, 48220-9012. 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 Edith usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Edith 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 Edith for a appellate case?

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

• Does Edith offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do appellate cases in Michigan 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. Edith gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Edith take my case if I'm outside Ferndale?

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

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

• Is Edith accepting new appellate clients right now?

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