How much does it cost to hire Gary for a appellate case?

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

Does Gary offer a free consultation?

Gary charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gary's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Gary'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. Gary gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Gary take my case if I'm outside White Plains?

Gary 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 — Gary 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 Gary?

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

Is Gary accepting new appellate clients right now?

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

Gary E. Bashian, Esq., Appellate Attorney

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Gary E. Bashian, Esq. is a principal based in White Plains, NY. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Elder Law. Currently practicing at Bashian P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in: White Plains, NY
Experience: attorney
Known for: Appellate · Business · Elder Law

Handles Appellate, Business, and Elder Law matters from White Plains, NY.
Recognized with AV Preeminent.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Gary E. Bashian, Esq.

Gary concentrates on appellate, business, elder law, estate litigation, and estate planning. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gary handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Appellate cases in White Plains, New York

Gary takes appellate matters in White Plains, 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 Gary agrees to represent you.

Business cases in White Plains, New York

Gary takes business matters in White Plains, 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 Gary agrees to represent you.

Elder Law cases in White Plains, New York

Gary takes elder law matters in White Plains, 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 Gary agrees to represent you.

Estate Litigation cases in White Plains, New York

Gary takes estate litigation matters in White Plains, 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 Gary agrees to represent you.

Estate Planning cases in White Plains, New York

Gary takes estate planning matters in White Plains, 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 Gary agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Gary E. Bashian, Esq. — Attorney of New York appellate experience

Gary E. Bashian, Esq. is a principal based in White Plains, NY. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Elder Law. Currently practicing at Bashian P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

GARY E. BASHIAN,

born New York, N.Y.; admitted to bar, New York, Connecticut, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit and U.S. Tax Court. Education: Gettysburg College (A.B.); Boston University (J.D.); New York University (LL.M. in Taxation). General Counsel, United States Tennis Association/ Eastern Section, Incorporated, 2002-2004. Director, Estate Planning Council of Westchester, 1972-1975, 1990-1993. Delegate, New York State Bar Association House of Delegates, 1995-1998; Board of Directors: YMCA of Central and Northern Westchester, 2002-2008; United States Tennis Association/Eastern Section, Inc. Junior Tennis Foundation, 2001-Present. Member: Westchester County (Chairman, Tax Section, 1977-1980; Chairman, Trusts and Estates Section, 2004-2007; Treasurer, 1981-1989; Vice President, 1989-1993, President-Elect, 1993-1995; President, 1995-1997. White Plains; New York State (Member Sections in: Business Law; Commercial and Federal Litigation; Elder Law; Tax; Trusts and Estates Law Section, 9th Judicial District Representative to Trusts and Estates Law Section, 1990-1994; Executive Committee, Trusts and Estates Law Section, 1994—; Tax Section Committee on Partnerships, 2005—; Tax Section Committee on Estates and Trusts, 2005—; Vice Chair, Estate Litigation Committee, Trusts and Estates Law Section, 1995-2013); Vice-Chair, Practice and Ethics Committee 2013-2016; Vice-Chair Practice and Ethics Committee 2016- Greenwich, Connecticut; Connecticut and American (Member, Sections In: Litigation; Real Property, Probate and Trust Law; Taxation). Bar Associations: American Bar Association, New York State Bar Association, Westchester County Bar Association, White Plains Bar Association, Westchester Women's Bar Association 1997. Speaker: New York State Bar Association CLE program on, Accounting & Income Tax Management for Small Estates, October 22, 1976 and November 5, 1976; New York State Bar Association CLE program on, Estate Probate & Administration for Estates up to $500,000 Fall 1978; New York State Bar Association CLE program on, Estate & Gift Taxation of Estates up to $500,000 Fall 1979; New York State Bar Association CLE program on, Estate Planning and Will Drafting Spring 1990; New York State Bar Association Moderator CLE program on, Administration of Decedent's Estate and Related Surrogate's Court Proceedings Spring 1991; New York State Bar Association CLE program on, Practical Skills for Paralegals and Legal Assistants Spring 1992; New York State Bar Association Moderator CLE program on, Fiduciary Income Taxation Spring 1992; New York State Bar Association CLE program on, Practical Skills Probate and Administration of Estates Fall 1992; New York State Bar Association CLE program on, The Use of Trusts in Planning for the Elderly Fall 1992; New York State Bar Association Chair CLE program on, Basic Changes and New Direction in New York Trusts and Estate Practice Fall 1992; New York State Bar Association Moderator CLE program on, Settling an Estate Spring 1993; New York State Bar Association Chair CLE program on, Practical Skill Estate Planning and Will Drafting Fall 1993; New York State Bar Association Speaker CLE program on, Practical Skills Probate and Administration of Estates Fall 1994; New York State Bar Association Speaker CLE program on, Practical Skills Probate and Administration of Estates Fall 2004; New York State Bar Association Chair CLE program on, Advanced Estate Planning Fall 1998; New York State Bar Association Chair CLE program on, Practical Skills Estate Planning and Will Drafting Fall 2001; Westchester County Bar Association, Speaker, program on, Will Contests Including Preparation and Taking the Deposition and SCPA 1404 Witnesses, May, 2004; New York State Bar Association Chair and Moderator on Hot Topics in Trusts and Estates Practice, Fall, 2004; Westchester County Bar Association CLE program on What Every Accountant Should Know About Elder Law, Medicaid, Wills and Trusts and the Rules of Each Which Are Often Times Contrary, Summer 2005; New York State Bar Association CLE program on The New Medicaid Law: Life (Elsewhere in the Elder Law Practice) Goes On & Drafting Powers of Attorney (after Ferrara), Winter 2006; Westchester County Bar Association, Speaker, Program on, Wills and Trust Planning: Federal and State Estate Tax Changes, June, 2006; Westchester County Bar Association CLE program Moderator on Discovery & Turnover Proceedings by a Guardian or Other Fiduciary Under MHL Section 81.43 and SCPA 2103, Spring 2007; Westchester County Bar Association, CLE program on Will Contests Including Preparation and Taking the Deposition and SCPA 1404 Witnesses, May, 2007; How to Avoid Conflicts with Your Children, Sterling Glen Nursing Home, 2007; Westchester Bar County Bar Association, CLE program on How to Win in Surrogate's Court through CPLR Pre-Hearing Discovery, Summer 2008; Westchester County Bar Association, CLE program on Ethical Issues in Estates and Trusts Litigation, Summer 2009; Westchester County Bar Association Newsletter "New Durable Statutory Power of Attorney Form Enacted with Major Changes, Effective September 1, 2009.", April, 2009; New York State Bar Association, CLE Program on, Everything You Wanted to Know About Estate Planning for the Middle Class Client (But Were to Afraid to Ask), June, 2009; "5 Reasons Why We fell in Love with the Durable Statutory Short Form Power of Attorney and Statutory Major Gifts Rider Form, Co-Author, Westchester County Bar Association Newsletter, October, 2009; Westchester County Bar Association Newsletter "Top Five Areas of Concern About the New Statutory Short Form Power of Attorney." December, 2009; Westchester County Bar Association, Moderator, CLE Program on, Powers of Attorney, February, 2010; Pace Law School CLE Drafting Skills to Avoid Litigations, Speaker, April, 2010; WCBA Trusts & Estates Law Section Speaker June, 2011, June 2012, June, 2013, June 2014, June 2016, June 2017 all regarding Estate Litigation; New York State Bar Association September 25, 2017, October 3, 2017 & October 23, 2017. Author: Stock Dividends and Section 305: Realization and the Constitution, Duke Law Journal, Vol. 1971, No. 6, 1972; Tax Tidbits, Westchester Bar Journal, 1977-1999. Co-Author: Estate Litigation Tidbits, 1999-Present; Discovery Under the Surrogate's Court Procedure Act, New York State Bar Journal and Westchester Bar Journal, 1994; Contributing Co-Author: Estate Litigation Course Book, New York State Bar Association Committee on Continuing Legal Education, 2002. Surrogate's Court Discovery: Recent Cases Illustrate Changes Under Provisions of SCPA, New York State Bar Journal, 2004; Article 15: Short Form Power of Attorney - A Valuable Tool, Westchester County Bar Association Newsletter, December, 2005, Contributing Editor/Author, January, 1976-Present, Westchester Bar Journal. Estate Litigation Tidbits, Author, Westchester County Bar Journal, Spring/Summer, 2010; Revoking a Waiver and Consent Is Not As Easy As You Think, Co-Author, New York State Bar Association Trust and Estates Quarterly Newsletter, Spring, 2010; "Death Bed" "Quickie" Marriages Held To Be Void Ab Initio By Appellate Division, Co-Author, New York State Trust and Estates Bar Association Quarterly Newsletter, Summer, 2010; New York State Bar Association Trusts and Estates Section, Article, Waivers and Consents, Spring, 2010, "Court of Appeals Rules There is Privity Between the Estate Planner and the Client's Personal Estate Representative: But No Privity to Beneficiaries of the Estate", Singer Contra Cohn, "New York's Evolving Approach to In Terrorem Clauses"; Estate Litigation Tidbits Spring/Summer 2010; WCBA Newsletter 2010 "Equity Prevails and Voids Marriage Between Aides and Aged Patients", "Court of Appeals Overturns Itself in Hyde and Approves Allocating Estate's Attorney's Fees Against Objecting Beneficiaries if Litigation Against Estate is Vexatious", Technical Corrections to the New Statutory Power of Attorney and Statutory Major Gifts Rider; Westchester County Bar Association Estates and Trusts Section in Fiduciary Litigation, "Self Dealing by Trustees", Speaker, June, 2010; Pace Law School CLE, Elder Law and Abuse Seminar Fraud and Exploitation of the Elderly for Attorneys, Speaker, June, 2010; Westchester County Bar Association Newsletter, "Equity Prevails and Voids Marriage Between Aides and Aged Patients, July, 2010. Trust and Estates Section NYSBA Newsletter 2011 "Summary Judgment Motion in a Will Contest: An Updated Proponent's Perspective"; WCBA Estate Litigation Tidbits Spring/Summer 2011; WCBA Estate Litigation Tidbits Fall/Winter 2011; WCBA Estate Litigation Tidbits Fall/Winter 2012; WCBA Estate Litigation Tidbits Spring/Summer 2013; WCBA Estate Litigation Tidbits Winter/2016; WCBA Estate Litigation Tidbits Spring 2017; WCBA Newsletter 2011 "Summary Judgment and Contested Accountings, Not Just For Petitioner Anymore; Fiduciaries Beware", "Supreme Court Westchester Sends Original Last Will and Testament of Article 81 Incapacitated Person to Surrogate's Court of Westchester: Clash of Jurisdictions In Our Own Backyard"; WCWBA 2011, "A Posthumous Primer On Undue Influence: Taschereau"; NYSBA Journal June 2011 "Summary Judgment Motion in a Will Contest: an Updated Proponent's Perspective"; [1st Lt., Judge Advocate General’s Corps., United States Army Reserve]. WCBA Newsletter 2011 "Elder Abuse: Tragedy and Triumph A Practitioner's Perspective"; WCBA Newsletter 2012 "I Did But Now I Don't...Vacatur of a Probate Decree Admitted on Consent Rarely Granted"; Estate Litigation Tidbits Winter/Spring 2012; WCBA Newsletter 2012 "No Interest Too Small for Beneficiary Standing and Revocable Trusts"; WCBA Newsletter 2013 "Turning the (Board Room) Tables: Corporate Dissolution at Common Law", WCBA Newsletter 2013 "A Practical and Balanced Approach to SCPA 117 Fiduciary Suspension and Revocation". WCBA Newsletter 2014 "Even Death Is No Excuse For Negligence". WCBA News Letter August, 2014 "Deposition Practice In The Surrogate's Court, A Pre And Post Objection Primer". "Winning A Will Contest" NYSBA CLE Program Webcast, Fall 2015. Westchester Lawyer WCBA January 2015 "Post Appeal Motions To Renew In The New York State Supreme Court". NYSBA Trusts and Estates Law Section Newsletter Winter 2015 Vol. 48 No. 4 "Constructive Trusts and the "Elastic" Power or Equity". Westchester Lawyer January 2016 "Guardianships -The Basics Under Article 81 of the Mental Hygiene Law”. New York State Bar Association Newsletter Fall, 2016 “Potts and Freeman Updated: Surrogate’s Court Criteria and Rationale For Fixing Legal Fees in Estates”. New York State Bar Association Newsletter Spring, 2017 Trusts and Estates Section “Defeating Summary Judgment in an SCPA Turnover Proceeding”. REPORTED CASES: Probate Proceeding, Estate of Alexander MacLeman, Deceased, 9 Misc.2d 1119A, 808 N.Y.S.2d 918 (2005); In the Matter of the Jan Reynolds 1995 Revocable Living Trust, 2006 N.Y. Slip Op. 26087; In the Matter of the Estate of George J. Ferrara, Deceased, 7 N.Y.3d 244, 852 N.E.2d 138, 819 N.Y.S.2d 215 (2006); In Re Matter of Carbone 101 AD 3D 866 Appellate Division 2nd Dept. (2012). Matter of Cresap, 50 Misc. 3d 1226(A), 2016 N.Y. Misc. LEXIS 728 (Sur. Ct. Westchester County 2016). PRACTICE AREAS: Probate and Estate Administration; Trusts and Estates; Estate, Trust and Accounting Litigation; Elder Law; Guardianship and Guardianship Litigation; Corporate and Commercial Litigation; Tax Law; Corporate Law; High Net Worth Matrimonial Law.

Gary's approach to appellate cases

GARY E. BASHIAN, born New York, N.Y.; admitted to bar, New York, Connecticut, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit and U.S. Tax Court. Education: Gettysburg College (A.B.); Boston University (J.D.); New York University (LL.M. in Taxation). General Counsel, United States Tennis Association/ Eastern Section,…

The kind of cases Gary takes

Gary reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, business, and elder law matters in White Plains and the surrounding New York area.

Credentials

Gary E. Bashian, Esq.'s legal education and bar admissions

Boston University School of Law J.D. New York University School of Law LL.M. Taxation
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Gettysburg College A.B.
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Gary studied at — in Boston University School of Law J.D. New York University School of Law LL.M. Taxation and — in Gettysburg College A.B..

Law school and academic background

Gary completed — in Boston University School of Law J.D. New York University School of Law LL.M. Taxation and — in Gettysburg College A.B.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Gary runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Gary E. Bashian, Esq.

Gary has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Locations

Gary E. Bashian, Esq.'s office in White Plains

Gary's primary office is at 235 Main Street, White Plains, NY, 10601-2418. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Gary E. Bashian, Esq. — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Gary. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing appellate attorneys in White Plains.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Gary E. Bashian, Esq. — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Gary charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gary'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; Gary will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a appellate attorney in White Plains, 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 Gary

Gary 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. Gary confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Gary'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 Gary E. Bashian, Esq.

How much does it cost to hire Gary for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Gary walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Gary offer a free consultation?
Gary charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gary's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Gary'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. Gary gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Gary take my case if I'm outside White Plains?
Gary 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 — Gary 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 Gary?
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. Gary will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Gary accepting new appellate clients right now?
Gary's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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Areas served

Appellate attorneys serving White Plains and Albany in New York

Gary handles appellate matters throughout New York. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified appellate attorneys in that community.

Gary E. Bashian, Esq., Appellate Attorney in White Plains, New York

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