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Adam I. Stein, Insurance Attorney in New York

Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance and Litigation

PartneratRopes & Gray LLP

New, NY

Practicing insurance in New York since 1985.

41+
Years practicing
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Adam I. Stein is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Insurance and Litigation. Adam has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ropes & Gray LLP.

Based in
New York, NY
Experience
over 41 years
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Insurance · Litigation
  • Handles Insurance and Litigation matters from New York, NY.
  • Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Adam I. Stein: Adam I. Stein is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Insurance and Litigation. Adam has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ropes & Gray LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Adam takes on

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

Insurance cases in New York

Adam takes insurance matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Adam agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in New York

Adam takes litigation matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Adam agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Adam I. Stein — insurance lawyer in New York

Adam I. Stein is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Insurance and Litigation. Adam has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ropes & Gray LLP.

Adam I. Stein is a lawyer practicing litigation, insurance. Adam received a A.B. degree from Vassar College in 1978, and has been licensed for 41 years. Adam practices at Ropes & Gray LLP in New York, NY.

How Adam handles insurance matters

Adam I. Stein is a lawyer practicing litigation, insurance. Adam received a A.B. degree from Vassar College in 1978, and has been licensed for 41 years. Adam practices at Ropes & Gray LLP in New York, NY.

The kind of cases Adam takes

Adam reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance and litigation matters across New York.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Brooklyn Law School

    J.D. · 1984

  • Vassar College

    A.B. · 1978

Jurisdictions

Adam's state bar admissions

  • New York Illinois

    1985 · ACTIVE

Adam studied at J.D. in Brooklyn Law School and A.B. in Vassar College.

Law school and academic background

Adam completed J.D. in Brooklyn Law School and A.B. in Vassar College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Adam runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Adam I. Stein's office in New York

Adam's primary office is at 1211 Ave. of the Americas, New York, NY, 10036-8704. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Ropes & Gray LLP

1211 Ave. of the Americas

New York, NY 10036-8704

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Hiring guide

How to hire Adam I. Stein — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Adam charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Adam's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Adam will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a insurance attorney in New York

A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Adam

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every insurance matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Adam confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Adam's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Adam I. Stein

  • How much does it cost to hire Adam for a insurance case?

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

  • Does Adam offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do insurance cases in New York typically take?

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

  • Can Adam take my case if I'm outside New York?

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

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

  • Is Adam accepting new insurance clients right now?

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

Areas served

Insurance attorneys serving Albany and Brooklyn in New York

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