Caitriona McCarthy, Appellate Attorney in Melville, New York

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

• Appellate

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• Litigation

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Caitriona's primary office is at 445 Broadhollow Rd Ste 220, Melville, NY, 11747-3601. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

Caitriona 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.

• How much does it cost to hire Caitriona for a appellate case?

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

• Does Caitriona offer a free consultation?

  Caitriona charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Caitriona's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Caitriona'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. Caitriona gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Caitriona take my case if I'm outside Melville?

  Caitriona 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 — Caitriona 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 Caitriona?

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

• Is Caitriona accepting new appellate clients right now?

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