Neil Fredman, ADR Attorney in White Plains, New York
Over 48 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Alimony, and Child Custody · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratFredman Baken & Novenstern LLP
White Plains, NY
Practicing adr in White Plains since 1978.
- 48+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
Are you Neil Fredman?
This profile was built from public bar records and is still unclaimed. Claim it free to control your photo, bio, and fees — and get client inquiries sent straight to you.
Quick answer
Neil Fredman is a partner based in White Plains, NY. The practice focuses on ADR, Alimony, and Child Custody. Neil has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fredman Baken & Novenstern LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- White Plains, NY
- Experience
- over 48 years
- Known for
- ADR · Alimony · Child Custody
- Handles ADR, Alimony, and Child Custody matters from White Plains, NY.
- Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Neil Fredman: Neil Fredman is a partner based in White Plains, NY. The practice focuses on ADR, Alimony, and Child Custody. Neil has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fredman Baken & Novenstern LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Neil's practice areas in White Plains
Neil concentrates on adr, alimony, child custody, divorce, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Neil handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
View other ADR attorneys
Alimony
View other Alimony attorneys
Child Custody
View other Child Custody attorneys
Divorce
View other Divorce attorneys
General
View other General attorneys
Litigation
View other Litigation attorneys
Prenup
View other Prenup attorneys
ADR cases in White Plains, New York
Neil takes adr matters in White Plains, 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 Neil agrees to represent you.
Alimony cases in White Plains, New York
Neil takes alimony matters in White Plains, 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 Neil agrees to represent you.
Child Custody cases in White Plains, New York
Neil takes child custody matters in White Plains, 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 Neil agrees to represent you.
Divorce cases in White Plains, New York
Neil takes divorce matters in White Plains, 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 Neil agrees to represent you.
General cases in White Plains, New York
Neil takes general matters in White Plains, 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 Neil agrees to represent you.
Biography
Neil Fredman, adr attorney serving White Plains
Neil Fredman is a partner based in White Plains, NY. The practice focuses on ADR, Alimony, and Child Custody. Neil has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fredman Baken & Novenstern LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Neil works from White Plains, New York and takes on adr matters across the region.
For more than 35 years, Mr. Fredman’s practice has been in the area of Matrimonial Law, encompassing divorce and property distribution, child custody and visitation, support related matters and pre and postnuptial agreements.
In addition to his expert litigation and negotiation skills, Neil is trained as a Collaborative lawyer, a process that offers an alternative to the standard negotiation/ litigation model of conflict resolution. Neil is especially proud of his reputation for settling most of his cases without court intervention. He is also considered one of the “go to” Westchester County divorce lawyers for his in-depth understanding of financial issues and the use of the latest technology to help him craft creative settlements. Neil has been named as one of Westchester County’s Family Law “Super Lawyers”, a peer-reviewed designation, since 2007, and was named one of its “Top 25” Westchester Area Super Lawyers in 2007. He has held Martindale Hubbell’s highest “AV” rating for over 20 years.
Neil is one of the few New York Fellows of the Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML), of which he has been a Fellow since 1988. In addition to his AAML Fellowship, Neil has served as Chair of the Family Law Section of the Westchester County Bar Association and the Committee on Ethical Practices of the American Bar Association Family Law Section, and as a member of the Executive Committee of the New York State Bar Association Family Law Section. He now serves on the Executive Committee of the Rockland/Westchester Association of Collaborative Professionals and is a member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals.
Neil was a partner at Fink Weinberger Fredman Berman & Lowell in White Plains and New York City until leaving that firm to form Scheinkman, Fredman & Kosan in 1993, which became Fredman & Kosan in 1998, and then Fredman Baken & Kosan in 2009.
Neil is a lifelong resident of Westchester County (White Plains High School Class of 1969). He graduated from Cornell University in 1973, and obtained his J.D. from Fordham Law School in 1977. He is also an accomplished guitar player, having started playing in 1964. If you ask him to recite the lyrics to almost any popular song from the 60s and 70s, he probably can. He is married to Michele Wertheimer Fredman, Esq., a Trusts & Estates and Real Estate lawyer, for almost 40 years (also a musician), and are the parents of two married adult children, and most recently the proud grandparents of a beautiful baby girl. He and Michele play frequently as part of their synagogue’s Friday evening band.
Working with Neil on a adr matter
For more than 35 years, Mr. Fredman’s practice has been in the area of Matrimonial Law, encompassing divorce and property distribution, child custody and visitation, support related matters and pre and postnuptial agreements. In addition to his expert litigation and negotiation skills, Neil is trained as a Collaborative lawyer, a process that offers an alternative to the standard negotiation/…
Who Neil represents
Neil reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, alimony, and child custody matters in White Plains and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Neil studied and practices
Fordham University
J.D. · 1977
Cornell University
B.S. · 1973
Jurisdictions
Neil's state bar admissions
New York
1978 · ACTIVE
Neil studied at J.D. in Fordham University and B.S. in Cornell University.
Law school and academic background
Neil completed J.D. in Fordham University and B.S. in Cornell University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Neil runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Neil's legal honors and published work
Neil has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Neil Fredman's office in White Plains
Neil's primary office is at 333 Westchester Avenue, Suite 302S, White Plains, NY, 10604. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Fredman Baken & Novenstern LLP
333 Westchester Avenue, Suite 302S
White Plains, NY 10604
Open in Google MapsClient feedback
Client reviews of Neil Fredman — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Neil. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in White Plains.
5.0
1 client review
Client ratings are sourced from public records and editorial research. Reviews on LawyersListed are accepted from verified clients once Neil Fredman claims this profile.
Read all reviewsHiring guide
How to hire Neil Fredman — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Neil usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Neil charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Neil'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; Neil will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in White Plains, 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 Neil
Neil 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. Neil confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Neil'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 Neil Fredman
How much does it cost to hire Neil for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Neil walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Neil offer a free consultation?
Neil charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Neil's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Neil'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. Neil gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Neil take my case if I'm outside White Plains?
Neil 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 — Neil 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 Neil?
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. Neil will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Neil accepting new adr clients right now?
Neil's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
ADR attorneys serving White Plains and Albany in New York
Neil handles adr matters throughout New York. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr attorneys in that community.
More counsel
Other top-rated adr attorneys in New York
If Neil's intake is full or the fit isn't right, these adr attorneys in White Plains handle similar matters. Every profile below is verified and open to consultations.
