Scott T. Baken, Employment Attorney in White Plains, New York
focused on Employment and Litigation
White Plains, NY
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Scott T. Baken is an attorney based in White Plains, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
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- White Plains, NEW YORK
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- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from White Plains, NEW YORK.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (White Plains) (2025).
About Scott T. Baken: Scott T. Baken is an attorney based in White Plains, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Scott T. Baken
Scott concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Scott handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in White Plains, New York
Scott takes employment 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 Scott agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in White Plains, New York
Scott takes litigation 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 Scott agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Scott T. Baken — Attorney of New York employment experience
Scott T. Baken is an attorney based in White Plains, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Scott T. Baken is a principal in the White Plains, New York, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. He has participated in numerous wrongful discharge and employment discrimination trials and appellate proceedings in both state and federal courts.
Scott also defends employers in administrative proceedings before fair employment practice agencies, lectures and advises clients on subjects such as sexual harassment, reductions in force and the implementation of preventive personnel practices designed to increase productivity, enhance morale and ensure compliance with the many federal, state and local laws that impact the workplace.
Scott educates employers on the legal and practical implications of workforce reductions, mass layoffs and plant closings, and assists companies in designing and implementing voluntary and involuntary group staffing programs. Scott works with experienced Jackson Lewis attorneys throughout the country who utilize an interdisciplinary approach to providing advice and counsel on the cutting edge of the reduction in force and workplace reorganization issues facing employers today. These attorneys have experience in: (1) disciplines such as employee benefits, employment and benefits-related litigation, labor relations and immigration law; (2) compliance with the Older Workers Benefit Protection Act (“OWBPA”), the Worker Adjustment Retraining and Notification Act (“WARN”) and similar state laws; and (3) conducting statistical disparate impact analyses.
In addition to employment law and human rights, Scott is passionate about music, movies and old pinball machines. Given the limited time for practice, Scott's schedule permits, he anticipates mastering the guitar by the time his teenage children graduate from college.
Scott's approach to employment cases
Scott T. Baken is a principal in the White Plains, New York, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. He has participated in numerous wrongful discharge and employment discrimination trials and appellate proceedings in both state and federal courts. Scott also defends employers in administrative proceedings before fair employment practice agencies, lectures and advises clients on subjects such as sexual…
The kind of cases Scott takes
Scott reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in White Plains and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Scott T. Baken's legal education and bar admissions
Fordham University
J.D. · 1985
Scott studied at J.D. in Fordham University.
Law school and academic background
Scott completed J.D. in Fordham University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Scott runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Scott T. Baken
Scott has received 8 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (White Plains)
2025
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (White Plains)
2024
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (White Plains)
2022
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (White Plains)
2020
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (White Plains) (2025). Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (White Plains) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (White Plains) (2022). Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (White Plains) (2020). Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026).
Locations
Scott T. Baken's office in White Plains
Scott's primary office is at 44 South Broadway, 14th Floor, White Plains, New York, 10601. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Scott T. Baken — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Scott usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Scott charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Scott'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; Scott will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in White Plains, 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 Scott
Scott 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. Scott confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Scott'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 Scott T. Baken
How much does it cost to hire Scott for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Scott walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Scott offer a free consultation?
Scott charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Scott's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Scott'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. Scott gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Scott take my case if I'm outside White Plains?
Scott 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 — Scott 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 Scott?
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. Scott will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Scott accepting new employment clients right now?
Scott'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 White Plains and Albany in New York
Scott handles employment matters throughout New York. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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