Spikes Kangerga, Appellate Attorney in Austin, Texas

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

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Spikes's primary office is at The Ter. 7, 2801 Via Fortuna, Ste. 100, Austin, TX, 78746-7568. 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 Spikes usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Spikes 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 Spikes for a appellate case?

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

• Does Spikes offer a free consultation?

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

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

• Can Spikes take my case if I'm outside Austin?

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

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

• Is Spikes accepting new appellate clients right now?

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