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Benjamin Yehuda Kaufman, ADR Attorney in New York

Over 38 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Litigation

Practicing adr in New York since 1988.

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Benjamin Yehuda Kaufman is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Litigation. Benjamin has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wolf Haldenstein Adler Freeman & Herz LLP.

Based in
New York, NY
Experience
over 38 years
Known for
ADR · Business · Litigation
  • Handles ADR, Business, and Litigation matters from New York, NY.
  • Over 38 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Benjamin Yehuda Kaufman: Benjamin Yehuda Kaufman is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Litigation. Benjamin has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wolf Haldenstein Adler Freeman & Herz LLP.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Benjamin Yehuda Kaufman

Benjamin concentrates on adr, business, litigation, and whistleblower. Each area below outlines the kind of case Benjamin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases in New York

Benjamin takes adr 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 Benjamin agrees to represent you.

Business cases in New York

Benjamin takes business 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 Benjamin agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in New York

Benjamin 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 Benjamin agrees to represent you.

Whistleblower cases in New York

Benjamin takes whistleblower 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 Benjamin agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Benjamin Yehuda Kaufman — Over 38 years of New York adr experience

Benjamin Yehuda Kaufman is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Litigation. Benjamin has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wolf Haldenstein Adler Freeman & Herz LLP.

Benjamin Yehuda Kaufman is a lawyer practicing securities litigation, derivative litigation, corporate takeover litigation and 3 other areas of law. Benjamin received a M.B.A. degree from Stern School of Business at New York University in 1999, and has been licensed for 38 years. Benjamin practices at Wolf Haldenstein Adler Freeman & Herz LLP in New York, NY.

How Benjamin handles adr matters

Benjamin Yehuda Kaufman is a lawyer practicing securities litigation, derivative litigation, corporate takeover litigation and 3 other areas of law. Benjamin received a M.B.A. degree from Stern School of Business at New York University in 1999, and has been licensed for 38 years. Benjamin practices at Wolf Haldenstein Adler Freeman & Herz LLP in New York, NY.

Who Benjamin represents

Benjamin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and litigation matters across New York.

Credentials

Benjamin Yehuda Kaufman's legal education and bar admissions

  • Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law

    J.D. Belkin · 1988

  • Stern School of Business at New York University

    M.B.A. Finance · 1999

Jurisdictions

Benjamin's state bar admissions

  • State of New York

    1990 · ACTIVE

  • New Jersey (inactive

    1988 · ACTIVE

Benjamin studied at J.D. Belkin in Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and M.B.A. Finance in Stern School of Business at New York University.

Law school and academic background

Benjamin completed J.D. Belkin in Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and M.B.A. Finance in Stern School of Business at New York University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Benjamin runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Benjamin's professional memberships and bar associations

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  • Kaufman is a member of the Board of Trustees of Congregation Beth Sholom in Lawrence, New York

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  • Kaufman is a member of the Commercial and Federal Litigation Section of the New York State Bar Association, the International Association of Jewish Lawyers and Jurists, and the Jewish Lawyers Guild

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  • He recently served as Chairperson of the Jewish Lawyers Guild 2017, 2018 and 2019 Annual Dinners

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  • Kaufman has been recognized as SuperLawyer each year since 2012

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  • and served on the Arts and Entertainment Law Journal. He also earned an M.B.A. in finance from the Stern School of Business at New York University. Prior to August of 1998, Mr. Kaufman was a Court Attorney for the New York State Supreme Court, New York Co

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Locations

Benjamin Yehuda Kaufman's office in New York

Benjamin's primary office is at 270 Madison Avenue, New York, NY, 10016. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Wolf Haldenstein Adler Freeman & Herz LLP

270 Madison Avenue

New York, NY 10016

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Hiring guide

How to hire Benjamin Yehuda Kaufman — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a adr attorney in New York

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Benjamin

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adr 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. Benjamin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Benjamin Yehuda Kaufman

  • How much does it cost to hire Benjamin for a adr case?

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

  • Does Benjamin offer a free consultation?

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

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

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

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

    Benjamin 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 — Benjamin 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 Benjamin?

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

  • Is Benjamin accepting new adr clients right now?

    Benjamin'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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