Elisa M Basnight, Business Attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Elisa concentrates on business, general, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Elisa handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Business

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• General

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• M&A

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Elisa's primary office is at Two Liberty Plaza, 50 S. 16th Street, Suite 3200, Philadelphia, PA, 19102-2555. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Elisa usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Elisa discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Elisa for a business case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Elisa walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Elisa offer a free consultation?

  Elisa charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Elisa's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Elisa's current terms during booking.

• How long do business cases in Pennsylvania typically take?

  Simple business 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. Elisa gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Elisa take my case if I'm outside Philadelphia?

  Elisa is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Elisa 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 Elisa?

  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. Elisa will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Elisa accepting new business clients right now?

  Elisa's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.