Doreen Dufficy, Civil Rights Attorney in Melville, New York
Over 20 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Commercial RE, and Health Care
Melville, NY
Practicing civil rights in Melville since 2006.
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Doreen Dufficy is an attorney based in Melville, NY. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Commercial RE, and Health Care. Doreen has over 20 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Melville, NY
- Experience
- over 20 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · Commercial RE · Health Care
- Handles Civil Rights, Commercial RE, and Health Care matters from Melville, NY.
- Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Doreen Dufficy: Doreen Dufficy is an attorney based in Melville, NY. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Commercial RE, and Health Care. Doreen has over 20 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Doreen takes on
Doreen concentrates on civil rights, commercial re, health care, litigation, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Doreen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Commercial RE
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Health Care
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Civil Rights cases in Melville, New York
Doreen takes civil rights matters in Melville, 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 Doreen agrees to represent you.
Commercial RE cases in Melville, New York
Doreen takes commercial re matters in Melville, 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 Doreen agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Melville, New York
Doreen takes health care matters in Melville, 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 Doreen agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Melville, New York
Doreen takes litigation matters in Melville, 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 Doreen agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Melville, New York
Doreen takes real estate matters in Melville, 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 Doreen agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Doreen Dufficy — civil rights lawyer in Melville
Doreen Dufficy is an attorney based in Melville, NY. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Commercial RE, and Health Care. Doreen has over 20 years of legal experience.
Doreen Dufficy is a lawyer practicing medical liability defense, civil rights, litigation and 1 other area of law. Doreen received a B.A. degree from Iona College in 2003, and has been licensed for 20 years. Doreen practices in Melville, NY.
Working with Doreen on a civil rights matter
Doreen Dufficy is a lawyer practicing medical liability defense, civil rights, litigation and 1 other area of law. Doreen received a B.A. degree from Iona College in 2003, and has been licensed for 20 years. Doreen practices in Melville, NY.
Who Doreen represents
Doreen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, commercial re, and health care matters in Melville and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
St. John's University School of Law
J.D. · 2005
Iona College
B.A. Spanish · 2003
Jurisdictions
Doreen's state bar admissions
New York United Stat
2006 · ACTIVE
Doreen studied at J.D. in St. John's University School of Law and B.A. Spanish in Iona College.
Law school and academic background
Doreen completed J.D. in St. John's University School of Law and B.A. Spanish in Iona College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Doreen runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Doreen Dufficy's office in Melville
Doreen's primary office is at 35 Pinelawn Rd, Melville, NY, 11747-3121. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Doreen Dufficy — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Doreen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Doreen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Doreen'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; Doreen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in Melville, New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights 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 Doreen
Doreen discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights 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. Doreen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Doreen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Doreen Dufficy
How much does it cost to hire Doreen for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Doreen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Doreen offer a free consultation?
Doreen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Doreen's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Doreen's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in New York typically take?
Simple civil rights 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. Doreen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Doreen take my case if I'm outside Melville?
Doreen 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 — Doreen 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 Doreen?
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. Doreen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Doreen accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Doreen'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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