Danna Kivell, Employment Attorney in New York
New, NY
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Danna Kivell is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Employment.
- Based in
- New York, NEW YORK
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Employment
- Handles Employment matters from New York, NEW YORK.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (2026).
About Danna Kivell: Danna Kivell is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Employment.
Areas of practice
Danna's practice areas in New York
Danna concentrates on employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Danna handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in New York
Danna takes employment 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 Danna agrees to represent you.
Biography
Danna Kivell, employment attorney serving New York
Danna Kivell is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Employment. Danna works from New York and takes on employment matters across the region.
Danna Kivell is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law.
Danna, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Danna is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
How Danna handles employment matters
Danna Kivell is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law. Danna, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Danna is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
The kind of cases Danna takes
Danna reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment matters across New York.
Credentials
Credentials — where Danna studied and practices
Georgetown University
J.D. · 2010
Danna studied at J.D. in Georgetown University.
Law school and academic background
Danna completed J.D. in Georgetown University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Danna runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Danna's legal honors and published work
Danna has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (2026).
Locations
Danna Kivell's office in New York
Danna's primary office is at 1211 Avenue of the Americas, New York, New York, 10036-8704. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Danna Kivell — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Danna usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Danna charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Danna'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; Danna will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Danna
Danna discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Danna confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Danna's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Danna Kivell
How much does it cost to hire Danna for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Danna walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Danna offer a free consultation?
Danna charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Danna's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Danna's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in New York typically take?
Simple employment 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. Danna gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Danna take my case if I'm outside New York?
Danna 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 — Danna 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 Danna?
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. Danna will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Danna accepting new employment clients right now?
Danna's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Albany and Brooklyn in New York
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