John Siegal, Appellate Attorney in New York
Over 39 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Business, and Employment Contracts
PartneratBaker & Hostetler LLP
New, NY
Practicing appellate in New York since 1987.
- 39+
- Years practicing
- 6
- Bar admissions
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John Siegal is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Employment Contracts. John has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Baker & Hostetler LLP.
- Based in
- New York, NY
- Experience
- over 39 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Business · Employment Contracts
- Handles Appellate, Business, and Employment Contracts matters from New York, NY.
- Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About John Siegal: John Siegal is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Employment Contracts. John has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Baker & Hostetler LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by John Siegal
John concentrates on appellate, business, employment contracts, entertainment, and government. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Business
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Employment Contracts
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Entertainment
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Government
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Litigation
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Real Estate
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Employment
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Trade Secrets
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Appellate cases in New York
John takes appellate 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 John agrees to represent you.
Business cases in New York
John takes business 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 John agrees to represent you.
Employment Contracts cases in New York
John takes employment contracts 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 John agrees to represent you.
Entertainment cases in New York
John 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 John agrees to represent you.
Government cases in New York
John takes government 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 John agrees to represent you.
Biography
About John Siegal — Over 39 years of New York appellate experience
John Siegal is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Employment Contracts. John has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Baker & Hostetler LLP.
John Siegal is a lawyer practicing business, legislative & regulatory, real estate and 5 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Columbia University, Columbia College in 1981, and has been licensed for 39 years. John practices at Baker & Hostetler LLP in New York, NY.
How John handles appellate matters
John Siegal is a lawyer practicing business, legislative & regulatory, real estate and 5 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Columbia University, Columbia College in 1981, and has been licensed for 39 years. John practices at Baker & Hostetler LLP in New York, NY.
Who John represents
John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, business, and employment contracts matters across New York.
Credentials
John Siegal's legal education and bar admissions
New York University School of Law
J.D. · 1987
Columbia University, Columbia College
B.A. · 1981
Jurisdictions
John's state bar admissions
U.S. Supreme Court
1996 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1995 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1994 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1993 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1992 · ACTIVE
New York
1987 · ACTIVE
John studied at J.D. in New York University School of Law and B.A. in Columbia University, Columbia College.
Law school and academic background
John completed J.D. in New York University School of Law and B.A. in Columbia University, Columbia College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
John's professional memberships and bar associations
Association of the Bar of the City of New York
Member, Committee on Communications and Media Law) New York State Bar Association (Litigation Section) Intellectual Property Owners Association (Trade Secrets Committee · membership
Locations
John Siegal's office in New York
John's primary office is at 45 Rockefeller Plz., New York, NY, 10111-0100. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire John Siegal — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with John usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
John charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain John'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; John will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in 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 John
John 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. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
John'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 John Siegal
How much does it cost to hire John for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. John walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does John offer a free consultation?
John charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check John'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. John gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can John take my case if I'm outside New York?
John 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 — John 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 John?
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. John will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is John accepting new appellate clients right now?
John'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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