At Compadre Therapy, we understand that legal proceedings may occasionally require our involvement; however, it’s important to note that while patients are responsible for fees associated with testimony, our therapists are committed to providing objective, fact-based testimony and are bound to testify only to the facts of the case, as qualified by the court.

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If a therapist is to be subpoenaed, the patient's attorney or relevant office staff must contact our office to arrange a time during business hours for the subpoena to be served. We respectfully request a minimum of 72 business hours' notice for any court appearance to accommodate necessary adjustments in our therapists’ schedules to minimize disruption to other patients.

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The following fee structure applies to court-related services:

• $500.00 per preparation time and submission of records

• $100.00 per call

• $350.00 per hour for depositions

• $300.00 per hour for testimony 

• $2000 minimum charge per court appearance

• All attorney costs incurred by the therapist 

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A retainer of $2,500.00 is required at least five business days before the scheduled court appearance. Any additional charges incurred will be billed after the appearance and are due upon receipt.

 

If a therapist is subpoenaed and the case is rescheduled with less than three business days' notice before the scheduled appearance, or if the testimony is not given, an additional fee of $750.00 will apply, in addition to the original retainer to compensate for the time reserved for the appearance.