
Ronald Prence Cima, Employment Attorney in New York
Over 46 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Employment Contracts, and General
PartneratSeward And Kissel Llp
New, NY
Practicing employment in New York since 1980.
- 46+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Ronald Prence Cima is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and General. Ronald has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Seward And Kissel Llp.
- Based in
- New York, NY
- Experience
- over 46 years
- Known for
- Employment · Employment Contracts · General
- Handles Employment, Employment Contracts, and General matters from New York, NY.
- Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Ronald Prence Cima: Ronald Prence Cima is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and General. Ronald has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Seward And Kissel Llp.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Ronald Prence Cima
Ronald concentrates on employment, employment contracts, general, m&a, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ronald handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Employment Contracts
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General
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M&A
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Real Estate
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Tax
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Employment cases in New York
Ronald 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 Ronald agrees to represent you.
Employment Contracts cases in New York
Ronald takes employment contracts 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 Ronald agrees to represent you.
General cases in New York
Ronald 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 Ronald agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in New York
Ronald takes m&a 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 Ronald agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in New York
Ronald takes real estate 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 Ronald agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Ronald Prence Cima — Over 46 years of New York employment experience
Ronald Prence Cima is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and General. Ronald has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Seward And Kissel Llp.
Ronald Prence Cima is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, mergers & acquisitions, employment & labor and 5 other areas of law. Ronald received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years. Ronald practices at Seward & Kissel LLP in New York, NY.
Working with Ronald on a employment matter
Ronald Prence Cima is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, mergers & acquisitions, employment & labor and 5 other areas of law. Ronald received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years. Ronald practices at Seward & Kissel LLP in New York, NY.
Clients Ronald works with
Ronald reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, employment contracts, and general matters across New York.
Credentials
Ronald Prence Cima's legal education and bar admissions
New York University School of Law
LL.M. Taxation · 1982
Dartmouth College
B.A. · 1975
Jurisdictions
Ronald's state bar admissions
New York U.S.D.C., S
1980 · ACTIVE
Ronald studied at LL.M. Taxation in New York University School of Law and B.A. in Dartmouth College.
Law school and academic background
Ronald completed LL.M. Taxation in New York University School of Law and B.A. in Dartmouth College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ronald runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Ronald Prence Cima's office in New York
Ronald's primary office is at One Battery Park Plz., Fl. 22, New York, NY, 10004. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Ronald Prence Cima — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ronald usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ronald charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ronald'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; Ronald 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 Ronald
Ronald 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. Ronald confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ronald'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 Ronald Prence Cima
How much does it cost to hire Ronald for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ronald walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ronald offer a free consultation?
Ronald charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ronald's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Ronald'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. Ronald gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ronald take my case if I'm outside New York?
Ronald 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 — Ronald 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 Ronald?
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. Ronald will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ronald accepting new employment clients right now?
Ronald's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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