Merilee Obstbaum, Business Attorney in Leonia, New Jersey

Merilee concentrates on business and international. Each area below outlines the kind of case Merilee handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

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Merilee's primary office is at 463 Park Ave., Leonia, NJ, 07605-1219. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Merilee usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Merilee discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Merilee for a business case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Merilee walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Merilee offer a free consultation?

  Merilee charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Merilee's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Merilee's current terms during booking.

• How long do business cases in New Jersey typically take?

  Simple business 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. Merilee gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Merilee take my case if I'm outside Leonia?

  Merilee is licensed in New Jersey. Matters governed by New Jersey law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Merilee 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 Merilee?

  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. Merilee will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Merilee accepting new business clients right now?

  Merilee's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.