Kar Soen Ho, General Attorney in New York
Over 25 years of legal practice · focused on General and Real Estate
AssociateatArnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP
New, NY
Practicing general in New York since 2001.
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Kar Soen Ho is an associate based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on General and Real Estate. Kar has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP.
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- Handles General and Real Estate matters from New York, NY.
- Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Kar Soen Ho: Kar Soen Ho is an associate based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on General and Real Estate. Kar has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Kar Soen Ho
Kar concentrates on general and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kar handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in New York
Kar 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 Kar agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in New York
Kar takes real estate 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 Kar agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Kar Soen Ho — Over 25 years of New York general experience
Kar Soen Ho is an associate based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on General and Real Estate. Kar has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP.
Kar Soen Ho is a lawyer practicing real estate, finance, structured finance and 1 other area of law. Kar received a degree from Chinese University of Hong Kong in 1993, and has been licensed for 25 years. Kar practices at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP in New York, NY.
Kar's approach to general cases
Kar Soen Ho is a lawyer practicing real estate, finance, structured finance and 1 other area of law. Kar received a degree from Chinese University of Hong Kong in 1993, and has been licensed for 25 years. Kar practices at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP in New York, NY.
The kind of cases Kar takes
Kar reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and real estate matters across New York.
Credentials
Kar Soen Ho's legal education and bar admissions
University of Windsor
LL.B. · 1999
Chinese University of Hong Kong
B.Eng. · 1993
Jurisdictions
Kar's state bar admissions
New York
2008 · ACTIVE
Ontario
2001 · ACTIVE
Kar studied at LL.B. in University of Windsor and B.Eng. in Chinese University of Hong Kong.
Law school and academic background
Kar completed LL.B. in University of Windsor and B.Eng. in Chinese University of Hong Kong. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kar runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Kar Soen Ho's office in New York
Kar's primary office is at 250 W. 55th Street, New York, NY, 10019-9710. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP
250 W. 55th Street
New York, NY 10019-9710
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How to hire Kar Soen Ho — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kar usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kar charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kar'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; Kar will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Kar
Kar discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Kar confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kar's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kar Soen Ho
How much does it cost to hire Kar for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kar walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kar offer a free consultation?
Kar charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kar's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Kar's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in New York typically take?
Simple general 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. Kar gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kar take my case if I'm outside New York?
Kar 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 — Kar 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 Kar?
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. Kar will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kar accepting new general clients right now?
Kar'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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