
Corinne K. Cavanaugh, Government Attorney in Binghamton, New York
4 years of legal practice
AssociateatCoughlin & Gerhart, LLP
Binghamton, NY
Practicing government in Binghamton since 2022.
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Corinne K. Cavanaugh is an associate based in Binghamton, NY. The practice focuses on Government. Corinne has 4 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP.
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- Handles Government matters from Binghamton, NY.
- 4 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Corinne K. Cavanaugh: Corinne K. Cavanaugh is an associate based in Binghamton, NY. The practice focuses on Government. Corinne has 4 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Corinne K. Cavanaugh
Corinne concentrates on government. Each area below outlines the kind of case Corinne handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Government cases in Binghamton, New York
Corinne takes government matters in Binghamton, 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 Corinne agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Corinne K. Cavanaugh — 4 years of New York government experience
Corinne K. Cavanaugh is an associate based in Binghamton, NY. The practice focuses on Government. Corinne has 4 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP.
Corinne joined Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP in 2025, practicing in the area of Public Law with a focus on land use, zoning, and municipal matters. She advises developers, business owners, and municipalities, on complex planning and real estate issues.
Prior to joining Coughlin & Gerhart, Corinne built a broad foundation in public law and municipal practice at a firm in Secaucus, New Jersey. She first served as a Paralegal, and a Law Clerk gaining hands-on experience in public finance, environmental law, and real estate transactions, before becoming an Associate Attorney in the firm’s land use and planning group. In that role, she regularly appeared before boards and municipal bodies, prepared redevelopment plan amendments, and handled matters ranging from landlord-tenant disputes to guardianship proceedings and estate planning.
Corinne also gained valuable public-sector experience with the City of Bayonne Law Department and Municipal Court, supporting municipal attorneys and prosecutors, and earlier interned with the Connecticut General Assembly for Deputy Speaker Kevin Ryan, where she earned a General Assembly Citation for exemplary service. She has also volunteered with Pony Power Therapies in Mahwah, New Jersey, where she assisted children with special needs in equine therapy programs. Corinne looks forward to establishing long-term roots in the region while serving clients.
Honors
• General Assembly Citation for exemplary legislative service, Connecticut General Assembly, 2016
Past Positions
• Waters, McPherson, McNeill, P.C., Secaucus, NJ, Associate Attorney, Land Use & Planning, 2022–2025; Law Clerk, 2021–2022; Paralegal/Legal Assistant, 2016–2019
• City of Bayonne – Law Department & Municipal Court, Legal Intern, 2010–2012
• Connecticut General Assembly, Hartford, CT, Staff Intern to Deputy Speaker Kevin Ryan, 2016
Working with Corinne on a government matter
Corinne joined Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP in 2025, practicing in the area of Public Law with a focus on land use, zoning, and municipal matters. She advises developers, business owners, and municipalities, on complex planning and real estate issues. Prior to joining Coughlin & Gerhart, Corinne built a broad foundation in public law and municipal practice at a firm in Secaucus, New Jersey. She first…
Who Corinne represents
Corinne reviews new inquiries case-by-case for government matters in Binghamton and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Corinne K. Cavanaugh's legal education and bar admissions
Widener University Delaware Law School, Wilmington, Delaware
J.D. · 2022
Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, Connecticut
B.A. Political · 2016
Jurisdictions
Corinne's state bar admissions
Pennsylvania
2025 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
2022 · ACTIVE
Corinne studied at J.D. in Widener University Delaware Law School, Wilmington, Delaware and B.A. Political in Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, Connecticut.
Law school and academic background
Corinne completed J.D. in Widener University Delaware Law School, Wilmington, Delaware and B.A. Political in Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, Connecticut. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Corinne runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Corinne K. Cavanaugh's office in Binghamton
Corinne's primary office is at 99 Corporate Drive, Binghamton, NY, 13904. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Corinne K. Cavanaugh — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new government attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Corinne usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Corinne charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Corinne'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; Corinne will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a government attorney in Binghamton, New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many government 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 Corinne
Corinne discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in government practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every government 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. Corinne confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Corinne's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many government practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Corinne K. Cavanaugh
How much does it cost to hire Corinne for a government case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Corinne walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Corinne offer a free consultation?
Corinne charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Corinne's office. Some government attorneys offer free consults — check Corinne's current terms during booking.
How long do government cases in New York typically take?
Simple government 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. Corinne gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Corinne take my case if I'm outside Binghamton?
Corinne 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 — Corinne 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 Corinne?
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. Corinne will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Corinne accepting new government clients right now?
Corinne'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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