H Craig Cabral, Family Law Attorney in Metairie, Louisiana

H concentrates on family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case H handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Family Law

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H's primary office is at 3230 Metairie Rd, Metairie, LA, 70001-5211. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire H for a family law case?

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

• Does H offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do family law cases in Louisiana typically take?

  Simple family law 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. H gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can H take my case if I'm outside Metairie?

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

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

• Is H accepting new family law clients right now?

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