
Jason Habinsky, Employment Attorney in New York
Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Entertainment, and General
PartneratHaynes and Boone, LLP
New, NY
Practicing employment in New York since 1996.
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- Years practicing
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Jason Habinsky is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Employment, Entertainment, and General. Jason has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Haynes and Boone, LLP.
- Based in
- New York, NY
- Experience
- over 30 years
- Known for
- Employment · Entertainment · General
- Handles Employment, Entertainment, and General matters from New York, NY.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Jason Habinsky: Jason Habinsky is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Employment, Entertainment, and General. Jason has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Haynes and Boone, LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Jason takes on
Jason concentrates on employment, entertainment, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jason handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Entertainment
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General
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Employment cases in New York
Jason takes employment 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 Jason agrees to represent you.
Entertainment cases in New York
Jason takes entertainment 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 Jason agrees to represent you.
General cases in New York
Jason 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 Jason agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in New York
Jason takes litigation 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 Jason agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Jason Habinsky — employment lawyer in New York
Jason Habinsky is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Employment, Entertainment, and General. Jason has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Haynes and Boone, LLP.
Jason Habinsky is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, employment litigation, counseling and training and 1 other area of law. Jason received a B.A. degree from Union College in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years. Jason practices at Haynes and Boone, LLP in New York, NY.
How Jason handles employment matters
Jason Habinsky is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, employment litigation, counseling and training and 1 other area of law. Jason received a B.A. degree from Union College in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years. Jason practices at Haynes and Boone, LLP in New York, NY.
The kind of cases Jason takes
Jason reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, entertainment, and general matters across New York.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Tulane University of Louisiana
J.D. · 1996
Union College
B.A. · 1993
Jurisdictions
Jason's state bar admissions
New York
1997 · ACTIVE
Connecticut
1996 · ACTIVE
Jason studied at J.D. in Tulane University of Louisiana and B.A. in Union College.
Law school and academic background
Jason completed J.D. in Tulane University of Louisiana and B.A. in Union College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jason runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Jason's professional memberships and bar associations
New York State Bar Association American Bar Association
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Locations
Jason Habinsky's office in New York
Jason's primary office is at 30 Rockefeller Plaza, 26th Floor, New York, NY, 10112. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Haynes and Boone, LLP
30 Rockefeller Plaza, 26th Floor
New York, NY 10112
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How to hire Jason Habinsky — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jason usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jason charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jason'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; Jason will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Jason
Jason discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Jason confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jason's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jason Habinsky
How much does it cost to hire Jason for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jason walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jason offer a free consultation?
Jason charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jason's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Jason's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in New York typically take?
Simple employment 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. Jason gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jason take my case if I'm outside New York?
Jason 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 — Jason 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 Jason?
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. Jason will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jason accepting new employment clients right now?
Jason'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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