How much does it cost to hire Adam for a appellate 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 appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Adam's current terms during booking.

How long do appellate cases in New York 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. 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 appellate clients right now?

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

Adam Mark Thompson, Appellate Attorney

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Adam Mark Thompson is a principal based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Appellate, Car Accidents, and Civil Rights. Adam has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Adam M. Thompson, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 12 client reviews.

Based in: New York, NY
Experience: over 37 years
Known for: Appellate · Car Accidents · Civil Rights

Handles Appellate, Car Accidents, and Civil Rights matters from New York, NY.
Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
Recognized with Peer Reviewed.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Adam takes on

Adam concentrates on appellate, car accidents, civil rights, construction, and criminal defense. Each area below outlines the kind of case Adam handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Appellate cases in New York

Adam takes appellate 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.

Car Accidents cases in New York

Adam takes car accidents 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.

Civil Rights cases in New York

Adam takes civil rights 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.

Construction cases in New York

Adam takes construction 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.

Criminal Defense cases in New York

Adam takes criminal defense 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 Mark Thompson — appellate lawyer in New York

Adam Mark Thompson is a principal based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Appellate, Car Accidents, and Civil Rights. Adam has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Adam M. Thompson, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 12 client reviews.

Adam Thompson is a seasoned and aggressive New York City trial attorney who has been successfully representing personal injury victims and the criminally accused for over 35 years.

Adam Thompson has represented clients and litigated causes with a world-wide impact including most recently participating in the mass tort action against Purdue Pharma, and the spread of OxyContin, creating the opioid epidemic, which was featured in the Netflix series 'PainKiller. The litigation was resolved in a multi-billion dollar settlement. He also participated in the mass tort action against Bayer/Monsanto for their product Roundup, claiming their glyphosate-based weed killer, Roundup, causes cancer (primarily non-Hodgkin lymphoma) and that the company failed to warn users. That matter resulted in the settlement of claims for victims over ten billion dollars.

Adam Thompson has been recognized for his excellence by many legal organizations and groups and received awards for his outstanding trial skills including:

Top 25 Motor Vehicle Trial Lawyers Association - National Trial Lawyers - 2017

Nation's Top 1% Lawyers - National Association of Distinguished Counsel - 2015

Litigator Award Top 1% of Trial Lawyers - Trial Lawyers Board of Regents - 2015

Adam Thompson has been featured as a legal analyst and expert on various cable news networks including HLN, CNN, Fox News, Newsmax, ABC, CBS, NBC, and WPIX. He has been featured in various newspapers and publications including the New York Times, New York Post, and New York Daily News.

For over five years, Adam Thompson hosted the ground-breaking nationally syndicated radio talk show, 'The Adam Thompson Show' where he covered current events, legal trends, and interviewed public figures including politicians, sports athletes, film actors and celebrities.

Adam Thompson has been an educator for over two decades mentoring interns from local law schools, colleges, and high schools as part of an on-site internship/externship program teaching student all aspects of the civil and criminal law process, including representing a client form case inception until trial.

Adam Thompson is a noted motivational key note speaker and has publications including;

The A B C 's of Life... Take Control of Your Life Now - Book and DVD series - 2011

How to Handle an Accident Case from Beginning to End - Book

Working with Adam on a appellate matter

Adam Thompson is a seasoned and aggressive New York City trial attorney who has been successfully representing personal injury victims and the criminally accused for over 35 years. Adam Thompson has represented clients and litigated causes with a world-wide impact including most recently participating in the mass tort action against Purdue Pharma, and the spread of OxyContin, creating the opioid…

Who Adam represents

Adam reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, car accidents, and civil rights matters across New York.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

Temple University School of Law
J.D. · 1988
City College of the City University of New York
B.A. · 1985

Jurisdictions

Adam's state bar admissions

U.S. District Court,
1992 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
1991 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1989 · ACTIVE
New York
1989 · ACTIVE

Adam studied at J.D. in Temple University School of Law and B.A. in City College of the City University of New York.

Law school and academic background

Adam completed J.D. in Temple University School of Law and B.A. in City College of the City University of New York. 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.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Adam has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

Peer Reviewed

Legal awards and honors

Peer Reviewed.

Locations

Adam Mark Thompson's office in New York

Adam's primary office is at 48 Wall Street, 11th Floor, New York, NY, 10005. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Law Offices of Adam M. Thompson, P.C.

48 Wall Street, 11th Floor

New York, NY 10005

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Adam Mark Thompson — 5.0/5 rating from 12 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Adam. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing appellate attorneys in New York.

5.0

12 client reviews

Client ratings are sourced from public records and editorial research. Reviews on LawyersListed are accepted from verified clients once Adam Mark Thompson claims this profile.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Adam Mark Thompson — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new appellate 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 appellate attorney in New York

A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 appellate practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every appellate 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 appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Adam Mark Thompson

How much does it cost to hire Adam for a appellate 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 appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Adam's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in New York 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. 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 appellate clients right now?
Adam's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Community Q&A

Real questions asked by New York residents in the last few months, answered by appellate attorneys like Adam Mark Thompson. Each link opens the full answer thread.

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1 verified answer · Appellate · Alaska
What is the procedure for appealing a zoning decision in Michigan?
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What is the cost to appeal a traffic ticket in New Jersey?
I received a traffic ticket in Newark for a speeding violation, but I wasn’t speeding. I’m considering appealing the ticket, but I’m worried about the costs involved. Can someone e
1 verified answer · Appellate · New Jersey
Can a federal court case be appealed in Illinois state court?
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Areas served

Appellate attorneys serving Albany and Brooklyn in New York

Adam handles appellate matters throughout New York. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified appellate attorneys in that community.

Adam Mark Thompson, Appellate Attorney in New York

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