Nansi Friedman, Family Law Attorney in Spencertown, New York

Nansi concentrates on family law and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Nansi handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Family Law

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• Real Estate

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Nansi's primary office is at Spencertown, NY, 12165-0123. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Nansi for a family law case?

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

• Does Nansi offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do family law cases in New York typically take?

  Simple family law 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. Nansi gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Nansi take my case if I'm outside Spencertown?

  Nansi 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 — Nansi 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 Nansi?

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

• Is Nansi accepting new family law clients right now?

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