Olga B. Cerini, General Attorney in New York
Over 35 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
AttorneyatAshurst LLP
New, NY
Practicing general in New York since 1991.
- 35+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Olga B. Cerini is an attorney based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on General. Olga has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ashurst LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
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- Handles General matters from New York, NY.
- Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
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About Olga B. Cerini: Olga B. Cerini is an attorney based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on General. Olga has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ashurst LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Olga B. Cerini
Olga concentrates on general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Olga handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in New York
Olga 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 Olga agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Olga B. Cerini — Over 35 years of New York general experience
Olga B. Cerini is an attorney based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on General. Olga has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ashurst LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Olga B. Cerini is a lawyer practicing construction & development, antitrust & trade law, project finance and infrastructure. Olga received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1985, and has been licensed for 35 years. Olga practices at Ashurst LLP in New York, NY.
How Olga handles general matters
Olga B. Cerini is a lawyer practicing construction & development, antitrust & trade law, project finance and infrastructure. Olga received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1985, and has been licensed for 35 years. Olga practices at Ashurst LLP in New York, NY.
Who Olga represents
Olga reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general matters across New York.
Credentials
Olga B. Cerini's legal education and bar admissions
University of Pennsylvania Law School J.D. 1988 Law Review University of Pennsylvania Law School J.D. Associate Editor
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Cornell University
B.A. · 1985
Jurisdictions
Olga's state bar admissions
New York
1991 · ACTIVE
Olga studied at — in University of Pennsylvania Law School J.D. 1988 Law Review University of Pennsylvania Law School J.D. Associate Editor and B.A. in Cornell University.
Law school and academic background
Olga completed — in University of Pennsylvania Law School J.D. 1988 Law Review University of Pennsylvania Law School J.D. Associate Editor and B.A. in Cornell University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Olga runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Olga B. Cerini
Olga has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Locations
Olga B. Cerini's office in New York
Olga's primary office is at Times Square Tower, 7 Times Square, New York, NY, 10036. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Olga B. Cerini — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Olga. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing general attorneys in New York.
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How to hire Olga B. Cerini — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Olga usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Olga charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Olga'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; Olga will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Olga
Olga discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Olga confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Olga's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Olga B. Cerini
How much does it cost to hire Olga for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Olga walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Olga offer a free consultation?
Olga charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Olga's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Olga's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in New York typically take?
Simple general 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. Olga gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Olga take my case if I'm outside New York?
Olga 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 — Olga 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 Olga?
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. Olga will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Olga accepting new general clients right now?
Olga's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
General attorneys serving Albany and Brooklyn in New York
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