Anna V. Seitelman, Appellate Attorney in Albany, New York
Over 7 years of legal practice
AssociateatWhiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP
Albany, NY
Practicing appellate in Albany since 2019.
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Anna V. Seitelman is an associate based in Albany, NY. The practice focuses on Appellate. Anna has over 7 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP.
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- Albany, NY
- Experience
- over 7 years
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- Appellate
- Handles Appellate matters from Albany, NY.
- Over 7 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Anna V. Seitelman: Anna V. Seitelman is an associate based in Albany, NY. The practice focuses on Appellate. Anna has over 7 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP.
Areas of practice
Anna's practice areas in Albany
Anna concentrates on appellate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Anna handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate cases in Albany, New York
Anna takes appellate matters in Albany, 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 Anna agrees to represent you.
Biography
Anna V. Seitelman, appellate attorney serving Albany
Anna V. Seitelman is an associate based in Albany, NY. The practice focuses on Appellate. Anna has over 7 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP. Anna works from Albany, New York and takes on appellate matters across the region.
Ms. Seitelman is a commercial litigator in the Firm’s Litigation and Appeals practice group. Anna has successfully litigated a broad range of matters before state and federal courts, including corporate and business litigation disputes, land use, zoning, and commercial development litigation as well as complex property, breach of contract, and insurance coverage actions. Anna also has a track record of success litigating cases involving religious rights, civil rights, and constitutional issues.
Prior to joining the Firm, Ms. Seitelman served as the Senior Principal Law Clerk to the Hon. Michael C. Lynch and as an Appellate Court Attorney at the New York State Supreme Court, Appellate Division, Third Judicial Department.
PUBLICATIONS
Countering Free Speech: CVE Pilot Programs’ Chilling Effect on Protected Speech and Expression, 68 SYRACUSE L. REV., 662-687 (2018).
Working with Anna on a appellate matter
Ms. Seitelman is a commercial litigator in the Firm’s Litigation and Appeals practice group. Anna has successfully litigated a broad range of matters before state and federal courts, including corporate and business litigation disputes, land use, zoning, and commercial development litigation as well as complex property, breach of contract, and insurance coverage actions. Anna also has a track…
Clients Anna works with
Anna reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate matters in Albany and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Anna studied and practices
Syracuse University College of Law
Juris Doctor · 2018
Binghamton University in Binghamton, New York Bachelor of Arts Degree summa cum laude
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Jurisdictions
Anna's state bar admissions
New York
2019 · ACTIVE
Anna studied at Juris Doctor in Syracuse University College of Law and — in Binghamton University in Binghamton, New York Bachelor of Arts Degree summa cum laude.
Law school and academic background
Anna completed Juris Doctor in Syracuse University College of Law and — in Binghamton University in Binghamton, New York Bachelor of Arts Degree summa cum laude. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Anna runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Anna's professional memberships and bar associations
Affiliations Ms
membership
Seitelman is admitted to practice in New York State courts, as well as the Federal District Courts for the Northern, Southern, and Eastern Districts of New York
membership
She is a member of the Appellate Division, Third Department's Character and Fitness Committee, the New York State Bar Association, and Albany County Bar Association
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Locations
Anna V. Seitelman's office in Albany
Anna's primary office is at 99 Washington Avenue, Suite 1900, Albany, NY, 12260. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP
99 Washington Avenue, Suite 1900
Albany, NY 12260
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How to hire Anna V. Seitelman — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Anna usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Anna charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Anna'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; Anna will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Albany, 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 Anna
Anna 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. Anna confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Anna'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 Anna V. Seitelman
How much does it cost to hire Anna for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Anna walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Anna offer a free consultation?
Anna charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Anna's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Anna'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. Anna gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Anna take my case if I'm outside Albany?
Anna 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 — Anna 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 Anna?
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. Anna will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Anna accepting new appellate clients right now?
Anna'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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