Nicholas Scotto, Employment Attorney in New York
focused on Employment and Litigation
New, NY
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Nicholas Scotto is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
- Based in
- New York, NEW YORK
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from New York, NEW YORK.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management (2026).
About Nicholas Scotto: Nicholas Scotto is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Nicholas takes on
Nicholas concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Nicholas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in New York
Nicholas takes employment 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 Nicholas agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in New York
Nicholas 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 Nicholas agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Nicholas Scotto — employment lawyer in New York
Nicholas Scotto is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Nicholas Scotto is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Labor and Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment.
Nicholas, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Nicholas is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
How Nicholas handles employment matters
Nicholas Scotto is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Labor and Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Nicholas, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Nicholas is held by other top lawyers in the same…
Who Nicholas represents
Nicholas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters across New York.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Brooklyn Law School
J.D. · 2016
Nicholas studied at J.D. in Brooklyn Law School.
Law school and academic background
Nicholas completed J.D. in Brooklyn Law School. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Nicholas runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Nicholas has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026).
Locations
Nicholas Scotto's office in New York
Nicholas's primary office is at 666 Third Avenue, 28th Floor, New York, New York, 10017. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Nicholas Scotto
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How to hire Nicholas Scotto — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Nicholas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Nicholas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nicholas'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; Nicholas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Nicholas
Nicholas discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Nicholas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Nicholas's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Nicholas Scotto
How much does it cost to hire Nicholas for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Nicholas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Nicholas offer a free consultation?
Nicholas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nicholas's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Nicholas's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in New York typically take?
Simple employment 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. Nicholas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Nicholas take my case if I'm outside New York?
Nicholas 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 — Nicholas 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 Nicholas?
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. Nicholas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Nicholas accepting new employment clients right now?
Nicholas's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Albany and Brooklyn in New York
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