Start with the truth
Define the question. Agree the research scope.
Start with a general description. We will review fit and provide a defined proposal before any paid work begins.
What happens next
A useful first conversation.
- 01
Define the question
Identify the issue, court or jurisdiction, deliverable, and target research date.
- 02
Confirm the scope
Review fit, capacity, conflicts, counsel involvement, confidentiality, and the quoted fee.
- 03
Agree before starting
Confirm the deliverable, timing, source access, revision cutoff, and review responsibility in writing.
Send the context
What should we know before we talk?
Share your role, general topic, jurisdiction, desired deliverable, and target research date. Keep client names, confidential facts, and case files out of this initial inquiry. Case-specific work requires supervising counsel. Your inquiry is saved privately on the Shop On Fire website and emailed directly to our team.
General inquiry only: do not include confidential case facts or files. This request does not create an attorney-client relationship or commit you to a fee.
Common starting points