Frans Christopher Wethly, Business Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts

Frans concentrates on business, ip, and securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Frans handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Business

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• IP

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Frans's primary office is at 420 Boylston St Ste 610, Boston, MA, 02116-4018. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Frans for a business case?

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

• Does Frans offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do business cases in Massachusetts typically take?

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

• Can Frans take my case if I'm outside Boston?

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

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

• Is Frans accepting new business clients right now?

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