
Fredrick Klarer, ADR Attorney in Yaphank, New York
Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Child Custody, and Child Support
PartneratLong Island Center for Divorce Mediation
Yaphank, NY
Practicing adr in Yaphank since 1985.
- 41+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Fredrick Klarer is a partner based in Yaphank, NY. The practice focuses on ADR, Child Custody, and Child Support. Fredrick has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Long Island Center for Divorce Mediation.
- Based in
- Yaphank, NY
- Experience
- over 41 years
- Known for
- ADR · Child Custody · Child Support
- Handles ADR, Child Custody, and Child Support matters from Yaphank, NY.
- Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Fredrick Klarer: Fredrick Klarer is a partner based in Yaphank, NY. The practice focuses on ADR, Child Custody, and Child Support. Fredrick has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Long Island Center for Divorce Mediation.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Fredrick takes on
Fredrick concentrates on adr, child custody, child support, divorce, and dv defense. Each area below outlines the kind of case Fredrick handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Child Custody
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ADR cases in Yaphank, New York
Fredrick takes adr matters in Yaphank, 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 Fredrick agrees to represent you.
Child Custody cases in Yaphank, New York
Fredrick takes child custody matters in Yaphank, 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 Fredrick agrees to represent you.
Child Support cases in Yaphank, New York
Fredrick takes child support matters in Yaphank, 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 Fredrick agrees to represent you.
Divorce cases in Yaphank, New York
Fredrick takes divorce matters in Yaphank, 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 Fredrick agrees to represent you.
DV Defense cases in Yaphank, New York
Fredrick takes dv defense matters in Yaphank, 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 Fredrick agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Fredrick Klarer — adr lawyer in Yaphank
Fredrick Klarer is a partner based in Yaphank, NY. The practice focuses on ADR, Child Custody, and Child Support. Fredrick has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Long Island Center for Divorce Mediation.
Fredrick Klarer is a lawyer practicing mediation, divorce mediation, child custody mediation and 6 other areas of law. Fredrick received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years. Fredrick practices at Long Island Center for Divorce Mediation in Yaphank, NY and 1 other location.
Fredrick's approach to adr cases
Fredrick Klarer is a lawyer practicing mediation, divorce mediation, child custody mediation and 6 other areas of law. Fredrick received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years. Fredrick practices at Long Island Center for Divorce Mediation in Yaphank, NY and 1 other location.
The kind of cases Fredrick takes
Fredrick reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, child custody, and child support matters in Yaphank and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Harvard Law School
J.D. · 1983
Harvard University
A.B. · 1980
Jurisdictions
Fredrick's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1988 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1988 · ACTIVE
New York
1985 · ACTIVE
Fredrick studied at J.D. in Harvard Law School and A.B. in Harvard University.
Law school and academic background
Fredrick completed J.D. in Harvard Law School and A.B. in Harvard University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Fredrick runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Fredrick's professional memberships and bar associations
Suffolk County and New York State Bar Associations
membership
Locations
Fredrick Klarer's office in Yaphank
Fredrick's primary office is at 214 Vanderbilt Loop, Yaphank, NY, 11980. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Long Island Center for Divorce Mediation
214 Vanderbilt Loop
Yaphank, NY 11980
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How to hire Fredrick Klarer — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Fredrick usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Fredrick charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Fredrick'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; Fredrick will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Yaphank, New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Fredrick
Fredrick discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Fredrick confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Fredrick's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Fredrick Klarer
How much does it cost to hire Fredrick for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Fredrick walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Fredrick offer a free consultation?
Fredrick charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Fredrick's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Fredrick's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in New York typically take?
Simple adr 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. Fredrick gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Fredrick take my case if I'm outside Yaphank?
Fredrick 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 — Fredrick 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 Fredrick?
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. Fredrick will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Fredrick accepting new adr clients right now?
Fredrick'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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