Dan Feder, General Attorney in Albany, New York
Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on General and Government
Asst. Co. Atty., DSS
Albany, NY
Practicing general in Albany since 1991.
- 35+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Dan Feder is an asst. co. atty., dss based in Albany, NY. The practice focuses on General and Government. Dan has over 35 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Albany, NY
- Experience
- over 35 years
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- General · Government
- Handles General and Government matters from Albany, NY.
- Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Dan Feder: Dan Feder is an asst. co. atty., dss based in Albany, NY. The practice focuses on General and Government. Dan has over 35 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Dan takes on
Dan concentrates on general and government. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in Albany, New York
Dan takes general 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 Dan agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Albany, New York
Dan takes government 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 Dan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Dan Feder — general lawyer in Albany
Dan Feder is an asst. co. atty., dss based in Albany, NY. The practice focuses on General and Government. Dan has over 35 years of legal experience.
Dan Feder is a lawyer practicing child abuse and neglect, administrative law. Dan received a degree from Cardozo, and has been licensed for 35 years. Dan practices in Albany, NY.
How Dan handles general matters
Dan Feder is a lawyer practicing child abuse and neglect, administrative law. Dan received a degree from Cardozo, and has been licensed for 35 years. Dan practices in Albany, NY.
The kind of cases Dan takes
Dan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and government matters in Albany and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
JD · 1990
Cardozo Cardozo
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Jurisdictions
Dan's state bar admissions
Connecticut
1991 · ACTIVE
New York
1991 · ACTIVE
Dan studied at JD in Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and — in Cardozo Cardozo.
Law school and academic background
Dan completed JD in Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and — in Cardozo Cardozo. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dan runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Dan Feder's office in Albany
Dan's primary office is at 80 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY, 12208-3434. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Dan Feder
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How to hire Dan Feder — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Dan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dan'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; Dan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Albany, New York
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 Dan
Dan 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. Dan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Dan'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 Dan Feder
How much does it cost to hire Dan for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Dan offer a free consultation?
Dan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dan's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Dan's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in New York 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. Dan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Dan take my case if I'm outside Albany?
Dan 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 — Dan 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 Dan?
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. Dan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Dan accepting new general clients right now?
Dan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
General attorneys serving Albany and Brooklyn in New York
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