Max Gitter, ADR Attorney in New York
Over 57 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Senior CounselatCleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
New, NY
Practicing adr in New York since 1969.
- 57+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Max Gitter is a senior counsel based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and General. Max has over 57 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- New York, NY
- Experience
- over 57 years
- Known for
- ADR · Business · General
- Handles ADR, Business, and General matters from New York, NY.
- Over 57 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Max Gitter: Max Gitter is a senior counsel based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and General. Max has over 57 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Max takes on
Max concentrates on adr, business, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Max handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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ADR cases in New York
Max takes adr 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 Max agrees to represent you.
Business cases in New York
Max 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 Max agrees to represent you.
General cases in New York
Max 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 Max agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in New York
Max 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 Max agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Max Gitter — adr lawyer in New York
Max Gitter is a senior counsel based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and General. Max has over 57 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Max Gitter is a lawyer practicing business, judicial appointments as special master, securities and derivatives litigation and 4 other areas of law. Max received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1965, and has been licensed for 57 years. Max practices at Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP in New York, NY.
Max's approach to adr cases
Max Gitter is a lawyer practicing business, judicial appointments as special master, securities and derivatives litigation and 4 other areas of law. Max received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1965, and has been licensed for 57 years. Max practices at Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP in New York, NY.
Clients Max works with
Max reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and general matters across New York.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Yale University Law School
LL.B. · 1968
Harvard University
B.A. · 1965
Jurisdictions
Max's state bar admissions
District of Columbia
1982 · ACTIVE
New York
1969 · ACTIVE
Max studied at LL.B. in Yale University Law School and B.A. in Harvard University.
Law school and academic background
Max completed LL.B. in Yale University Law School and B.A. in Harvard University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Max runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Max has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Max Gitter's office in New York
Max's primary office is at One Liberty Plz., New York, NY, 10006. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
One Liberty Plz.
New York, NY 10006
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Client reviews of Max Gitter — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Max. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in New York.
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How to hire Max Gitter — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Max usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Max charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Max'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; Max will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Max
Max discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Max confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Max's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Max Gitter
How much does it cost to hire Max for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Max walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Max offer a free consultation?
Max charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Max's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Max's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in New York typically take?
Simple adr 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. Max gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Max take my case if I'm outside New York?
Max 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 — Max 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 Max?
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. Max will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Max accepting new adr clients right now?
Max'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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