Eric Peter Blaha, Appellate Attorney in Yonkers, New York
Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Construction, and Employment
PartneratSmith Buss & Jacobs, LLP
Yonkers, NY
Practicing appellate in Yonkers since 1994.
- 32+
- Years practicing
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Eric Peter Blaha is a partner based in Yonkers, NY. The practice focuses on Appellate, Construction, and Employment. Eric has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Smith Buss & Jacobs, LLP.
- Based in
- Yonkers, NY
- Experience
- over 32 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Construction · Employment
- Handles Appellate, Construction, and Employment matters from Yonkers, NY.
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Eric Peter Blaha: Eric Peter Blaha is a partner based in Yonkers, NY. The practice focuses on Appellate, Construction, and Employment. Eric has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Smith Buss & Jacobs, LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Eric takes on
Eric concentrates on appellate, construction, employment, general, and hoa. Each area below outlines the kind of case Eric handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Construction
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Employment
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General
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HOA
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Litigation
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Real Estate
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Zoning
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Appellate cases in Yonkers, New York
Eric takes appellate matters in Yonkers, 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 Eric agrees to represent you.
Construction cases in Yonkers, New York
Eric takes construction matters in Yonkers, 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 Eric agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Yonkers, New York
Eric takes employment matters in Yonkers, 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 Eric agrees to represent you.
General cases in Yonkers, New York
Eric takes general matters in Yonkers, 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 Eric agrees to represent you.
HOA cases in Yonkers, New York
Eric takes hoa matters in Yonkers, 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 Eric agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Eric Peter Blaha — appellate lawyer in Yonkers
Eric Peter Blaha is a partner based in Yonkers, NY. The practice focuses on Appellate, Construction, and Employment. Eric has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Smith Buss & Jacobs, LLP.
Eric Peter Blaha is a lawyer practicing cooperative and condominium law, general litigations and appeals, real estate and land use law and 6 other areas of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Albany in 1987, and has been licensed for 32 years. Eric practices at Smith Buss & Jacobs, LLP in Yonkers, NY.
How Eric handles appellate matters
Eric Peter Blaha is a lawyer practicing cooperative and condominium law, general litigations and appeals, real estate and land use law and 6 other areas of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Albany in 1987, and has been licensed for 32 years. Eric practices at Smith Buss & Jacobs, LLP in Yonkers, NY.
Who Eric represents
Eric reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, construction, and employment matters in Yonkers and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Pace University
J.D. Certificate · 1993
State University of New York at Albany
B.A. · 1987
Jurisdictions
Eric's state bar admissions
District of Columbia
1996 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1994 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
1994 · ACTIVE
New York
1994 · ACTIVE
Eric studied at J.D. Certificate in Pace University and B.A. in State University of New York at Albany.
Law school and academic background
Eric completed J.D. Certificate in Pace University and B.A. in State University of New York at Albany. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Eric runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Eric Peter Blaha's office in Yonkers
Eric's primary office is at 733 Yonkers Ave., Ste. 200, Yonkers, NY, 10704. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Eric Peter Blaha — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Eric usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Eric charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eric'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; Eric will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Yonkers, New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Eric
Eric discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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. Eric confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Eric's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Eric Peter Blaha
How much does it cost to hire Eric for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Eric walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Eric offer a free consultation?
Eric charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eric's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Eric's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in New York typically take?
Simple appellate 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. Eric gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Eric take my case if I'm outside Yonkers?
Eric 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 — Eric 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 Eric?
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. Eric will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Eric accepting new appellate clients right now?
Eric'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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