How much does it cost to hire Andra for a general case?

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

Does Andra offer a free consultation?

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

How long do general cases in Pennsylvania typically take?

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

Can Andra take my case if I'm outside Erie?

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

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

Is Andra accepting new general clients right now?

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

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Andra Paganie, General Attorney in Erie, Pennsylvania

Over 16 years of legal practice · focused on General, Medical Malpractice, and Product Liability

AssociateatMarshall Dennehey

Erie, PA

Practicing general in Erie since 2010.

16+: Years practicing
4: Bar admissions

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Andra Paganie is an associate based in Erie, PA. The practice focuses on General, Medical Malpractice, and Product Liability. Andra has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Marshall Dennehey.

Based in: Erie, PA
Experience: over 16 years
Known for: General · Medical Malpractice · Product Liability

Handles General, Medical Malpractice, and Product Liability matters from Erie, PA.
Over 16 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Areas of practice

Andra's practice areas in Erie

Andra concentrates on general, medical malpractice, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Andra handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

General cases in Erie, Pennsylvania

Andra takes general matters in Erie, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Andra agrees to represent you.

Medical Malpractice cases in Erie, Pennsylvania

Andra takes medical malpractice matters in Erie, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Andra agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in Erie, Pennsylvania

Andra takes product liability matters in Erie, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Andra agrees to represent you.

Biography

Andra Paganie, general attorney serving Erie

Andra is a skilled litigator with broad experience in complex commercial litigation, product liability, class action defense, and insurance and personal injury matters. A member of the firm’s Casualty Department, she brings a strategic, detail-oriented approach to defending corporate and individual clients across a wide range of disputes. She is licensed to practice in all state courts in New York and Pennsylvania, as well as the U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York.

Before joining Marshall Dennehey, Andra practiced in the New York offices of three international law firms, where she represented global and domestic corporations in high-stakes litigation. Her work focused on the defense of product manufacturers in class actions and individual claims involving design defects, failure to warn, fraud, and misrepresentation. She has successfully obtained dismissals, summary judgment rulings, and the exclusion of expert testimony in complex product liability cases. Her experience also includes arbitration and appellate work.

Andra earned her J.D., cum laude, from Brooklyn Law School, where she was named a Prince Scholar, Dean’s Merit Scholar, and Centennial Grant Scholar. She served as Articles Editor for the Brooklyn Law Review and competed in both the Trial and Appellate Divisions of the Moot Court Honor Society. She gained valuable judicial experience as a student law clerk to the Honorable Dora Irizarry (E.D.N.Y.) and the Honorable John Keenan (S.D.N.Y.), and prosecutorial experience through internships with the U.S. Attorney’s Offices for both the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York.

Andra holds a B.A. in English Language & Literature, with distinction, from Yale University.

She lives in Erie with her husband and two children. Fluent in Romanian, Andra enjoys traveling with her family, skiing, playing tennis, watching movies, and solving puzzles.

Year Joined

2025

Working with Andra on a general matter

Clients Andra works with

Andra reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, medical malpractice, and product liability matters in Erie and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Andra studied and practices

Brooklyn Law School J.D. cum laude
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Yale University B.A. with distinction
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Jurisdictions

Andra's state bar admissions

Pennsylvania
2019 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court
2010 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court
2010 · ACTIVE
New York
2010 · ACTIVE

Andra studied at — in Brooklyn Law School J.D. cum laude and — in Yale University B.A. with distinction.

Law school and academic background

Andra completed — in Brooklyn Law School J.D. cum laude and — in Yale University B.A. with distinction. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Andra runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Andra Paganie's office in Erie

Andra's primary office is at 717 State Street, Suite 701, Erie, PA, 16501. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Marshall Dennehey

717 State Street, Suite 701

Erie, PA 16501

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Hiring guide

How to hire Andra Paganie — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Andra charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Andra'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; Andra will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a general attorney in Erie, Pennsylvania

A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Andra

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every general 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. Andra confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Andra Paganie

How much does it cost to hire Andra for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Andra walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Andra offer a free consultation?
Andra charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Andra's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Andra's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple general 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. Andra gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Andra take my case if I'm outside Erie?
Andra is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Andra 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 Andra?
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. Andra will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Andra accepting new general clients right now?
Andra's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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