Jesse Weinstein, Employment Attorney in New York
focused on Employment and Litigation
New, NY
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Jesse Weinstein is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Currently practicing at Phillips & Associates.
- Based in
- New York, NEW YORK
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from New York, NEW YORK.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026).
About Jesse Weinstein: Jesse Weinstein is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Currently practicing at Phillips & Associates.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Jesse takes on
Jesse concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jesse handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in New York
Jesse 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 Jesse agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in New York
Jesse 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 Jesse agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Jesse Weinstein — employment lawyer in New York
Jesse Weinstein is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Currently practicing at Phillips & Associates.
Jesse Weinstein is an attorney with Phillips & Associates whose practice focuses on Litigation - Labor and Employment. He represents clients in matters involving workplace rights and employment-related disputes in New York, New York.
Jesse has been recognized by Best Lawyers since 2026 for his work in Litigation - Labor and Employment. This distinction is based on a peer-review process that reflects the professional regard of other attorneys practicing in the same geographic region and practice area.
How Jesse handles employment matters
Jesse Weinstein is an attorney with Phillips & Associates whose practice focuses on Litigation - Labor and Employment. He represents clients in matters involving workplace rights and employment-related disputes in New York, New York. Jesse has been recognized by Best Lawyers since 2026 for his work in Litigation - Labor and Employment. This distinction is based on a peer-review process that…
The kind of cases Jesse takes
Jesse reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters across New York.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
American University
J.D. · 2015
Jesse studied at J.D. in American University.
Law school and academic background
Jesse completed J.D. in American University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jesse runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Jesse has received 8 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — New York State Bar Association, Committee on Veterans, Honor Roll, 2025
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Lawyers of Distinction, Employment Law, 2021-2023
2026
Best Lawyers in America — The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40, 2020
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Best of the Best Top 10 Labor Law Attorney
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers Rising Star Selectee, 2018-Present
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — New York State Bar Association, Committee on Veterans, Honor Roll, 2025 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Lawyers of Distinction, Employment Law, 2021-2023 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40, 2020 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Best of the Best Top 10 Labor Law Attorney (2026).
Locations
Jesse Weinstein's office in New York
Jesse's primary office is at 45 Broadway, 28th Floor, New York, New York, 10006. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Jesse Weinstein
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Jesse Weinstein — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jesse usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jesse charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jesse'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; Jesse 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 Jesse
Jesse 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. Jesse confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jesse'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 Jesse Weinstein
How much does it cost to hire Jesse for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jesse walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jesse offer a free consultation?
Jesse charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jesse's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Jesse'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. Jesse gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jesse take my case if I'm outside New York?
Jesse 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 — Jesse 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 Jesse?
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. Jesse will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jesse accepting new employment clients right now?
Jesse's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Albany and Brooklyn in New York
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