
Jeffrey B. Underweiser, Business Attorney in White Plains, New York
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Business and Litigation
PartneratUnderweiser & Underweiser LLP
White Plains, NY
Practicing business in White Plains since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 5
- Bar admissions
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Jeffrey B. Underweiser is a partner based in White Plains, NY. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation. Jeffrey has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Underweiser & Underweiser LLP.
- Based in
- White Plains, NY
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- Business · Litigation
- Handles Business and Litigation matters from White Plains, NY.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Jeffrey B. Underweiser: Jeffrey B. Underweiser is a partner based in White Plains, NY. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation. Jeffrey has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Underweiser & Underweiser LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Jeffrey takes on
Jeffrey concentrates on business and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jeffrey handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in White Plains, New York
Jeffrey 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 Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in White Plains, New York
Jeffrey takes 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 Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Jeffrey B. Underweiser — business lawyer in White Plains
Jeffrey B. Underweiser is a partner based in White Plains, NY. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation. Jeffrey has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Underweiser & Underweiser LLP.
Associate Editor, Fordham Urban Law Journal. Author: "The Legality of Staten Island's Attempt to Secede from New York City," The Fordham Urban Law Journal, 19 Ford. Urb. L.J. 147 (1991).
Jeffrey's approach to business cases
Associate Editor, Fordham Urban Law Journal. Author: "The Legality of Staten Island's Attempt to Secede from New York City," The Fordham Urban Law Journal, 19 Ford. Urb. L.J. 147 (1991).
The kind of cases Jeffrey takes
Jeffrey reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and litigation matters in White Plains and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Fordham University
J.D. · 1992
Johns Hopkins University
B.A. · 1989
Jurisdictions
Jeffrey's state bar admissions
New York
1993 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1993 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1993 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
1992 · ACTIVE
and U.S. District Co
1992 · ACTIVE
Jeffrey studied at J.D. in Fordham University and B.A. in Johns Hopkins University.
Law school and academic background
Jeffrey completed J.D. in Fordham University and B.A. in Johns Hopkins University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jeffrey runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Jeffrey's professional memberships and bar associations
New York State and American Bar Associations New York County Lawyers' Association
membership
Locations
Jeffrey B. Underweiser's office in White Plains
Jeffrey's primary office is at One Barker Avenue, 2nd Floor, White Plains, NY, 10601. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Underweiser & Underweiser LLP
One Barker Avenue, 2nd Floor
White Plains, NY 10601
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How to hire Jeffrey B. Underweiser — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jeffrey usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jeffrey charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jeffrey'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; Jeffrey will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in White Plains, New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Jeffrey
Jeffrey 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.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Jeffrey confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jeffrey's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jeffrey B. Underweiser
How much does it cost to hire Jeffrey for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jeffrey walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jeffrey offer a free consultation?
Jeffrey charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jeffrey's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Jeffrey's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in New York 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. Jeffrey gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jeffrey take my case if I'm outside White Plains?
Jeffrey 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 — Jeffrey 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 Jeffrey?
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. Jeffrey will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jeffrey accepting new business clients right now?
Jeffrey'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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