Lily Chu, General Attorney in New York
Over 17 years of legal practice
AssociateatClifford Chance LLP
New, NY
Practicing general in New York since 2009.
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Lily Chu is an associate based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on General. Lily has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Clifford Chance LLP.
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- Handles General matters from New York, NY.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Lily Chu: Lily Chu is an associate based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on General. Lily has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Clifford Chance LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Lily takes on
Lily concentrates on general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lily handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in New York
Lily 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 Lily agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Lily Chu — general lawyer in New York
Lily Chu is an associate based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on General. Lily has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Clifford Chance LLP.
Lily Chu is a lawyer practicing capital markets. Lily received a degree from Cornell Law School, and has been licensed for 17 years. Lily practices at Clifford Chance LLP in New York, NY.
How Lily handles general matters
Lily Chu is a lawyer practicing capital markets. Lily received a degree from Cornell Law School, and has been licensed for 17 years. Lily practices at Clifford Chance LLP in New York, NY.
Who Lily represents
Lily reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general matters across New York.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
National Taiwan University
Ll.B. · 1986
Cornell Law School
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Jurisdictions
Lily's state bar admissions
New York Taipei and
2009 · ACTIVE
Lily studied at Ll.B. in National Taiwan University and — in Cornell Law School.
Law school and academic background
Lily completed Ll.B. in National Taiwan University and — in Cornell Law School. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lily runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Lily Chu's office in New York
Lily's primary office is at 31 W. 52nd St., 5th Fl., New York, NY, 10019-6118. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Lily Chu
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How to hire Lily Chu — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lily usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lily charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lily'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; Lily 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 Lily
Lily 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. Lily confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lily'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 Lily Chu
How much does it cost to hire Lily for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lily walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lily offer a free consultation?
Lily charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lily's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Lily'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. Lily gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lily take my case if I'm outside New York?
Lily 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 — Lily 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 Lily?
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. Lily will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lily accepting new general clients right now?
Lily's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
General attorneys serving Albany and Brooklyn in New York
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