Ehsan Akbari, General Attorney in New York
Over 9 years of legal practice · focused on General and Personal Injury
Senior CounselatWood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP
New, NY
Practicing general in New York since 2017.
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Ehsan Akbari is a senior counsel based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on General and Personal Injury. Ehsan has over 9 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP.
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- General · Personal Injury
- Handles General and Personal Injury matters from New York, NY.
- Over 9 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Ehsan Akbari: Ehsan Akbari is a senior counsel based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on General and Personal Injury. Ehsan has over 9 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP.
Areas of practice
Ehsan's practice areas in New York
Ehsan concentrates on general and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ehsan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in New York
Ehsan takes general 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 Ehsan agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in New York
Ehsan takes personal injury 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 Ehsan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Ehsan Akbari, general attorney serving New York
Ehsan Akbari is a senior counsel based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on General and Personal Injury. Ehsan has over 9 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP. Ehsan works from New York and takes on general matters across the region.
Ehsan Akbari is senior counsel in WSHB’s New York office. Ehsan focuses his practice on the defense of New York Labor Law, professional liability, and premises liability matters. Ehsan has extensive experience defending owners, developers, general contractors, and corporations throughout New York State in high-exposure matters. He is licensed to practice law in New York, New Jersey, and the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York.
Mr. Akbari received his law degree from Boston College Law School and his undergraduate degree from Davidson College, where he was also a member of the Cross Country and Track and Field teams.
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Honors & Recognitions
•Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch recognition for Litigation - Construction in New York, NY (2026)
Working with Ehsan on a general matter
Ehsan Akbari is senior counsel in WSHB’s New York office. Ehsan focuses his practice on the defense of New York Labor Law, professional liability, and premises liability matters. Ehsan has extensive experience defending owners, developers, general contractors, and corporations throughout New York State in high-exposure matters. He is licensed to practice law in New York, New Jersey, and the…
Clients Ehsan works with
Ehsan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and personal injury matters across New York.
Credentials
Credentials — where Ehsan studied and practices
Boston College Law School
J.D. · 2016
Davidson College
B.A. · 2012
Jurisdictions
Ehsan's state bar admissions
New York New Jersey
2017 · ACTIVE
Ehsan studied at J.D. in Boston College Law School and B.A. in Davidson College.
Law school and academic background
Ehsan completed J.D. in Boston College Law School and B.A. in Davidson College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ehsan runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Ehsan Akbari's office in New York
Ehsan's primary office is at 685 Third Avenue, 18th Floor, New York, NY, 10017. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP
685 Third Avenue, 18th Floor
New York, NY 10017
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How to hire Ehsan Akbari — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ehsan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ehsan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ehsan'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; Ehsan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in 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 Ehsan
Ehsan 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. Ehsan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ehsan'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 Ehsan Akbari
How much does it cost to hire Ehsan for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ehsan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ehsan offer a free consultation?
Ehsan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ehsan's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Ehsan'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. Ehsan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ehsan take my case if I'm outside New York?
Ehsan 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 — Ehsan 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 Ehsan?
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. Ehsan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ehsan accepting new general clients right now?
Ehsan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
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