Sebastian Torres, Business Attorney in New York
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Sebastian Torres is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Business.
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- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law (2026).
About Sebastian Torres: Sebastian Torres is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Business.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Sebastian Torres
Sebastian concentrates on business. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sebastian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in New York
Sebastian takes business 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 Sebastian agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Sebastian Torres — Attorney of New York business experience
Sebastian Torres is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Business.
Infrastructure projects are the building blocks of economic growth. Every economy needs reliable infrastructure to, among other things, enable trade, power businesses, create new opportunities, and improve the livelihood of its communities. This is why I focus my practice on providing legal advice to state and local governments, nonprofit organizations, investment banks, and financial institutions in connection with the financing of infrastructure projects that have a positive impact.
My experience working with the issuance and restructuring of distressed municipal securities has provided me an in-depth experience and capability for providing legal solutions for our clients as bond counsel, disclosure counsel, and underwriter’s counsel. This entails thinking innovatively about financing and refinancing structures so that our clients meet their capital needs and feel confident in the face of any future challenges or opportunities that might arise.
Looking aheadSustainable or environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investing, has steadily gained traction in the U.S. municipal market. Increasingly issued by state and local governments to fund public projects that can have a positive social or environmental impact, municipal bonds can clearly align with sustainability goals. As a bigger appetite for building a more sustainable bond portfolio develops, federal regulators and self-regulatory organizations are looking for ways to understand how ESG practices are being integrated into the municipal securities market, as well as how to engage in information-gathering and rulemaking to protect investors, issuers, and the public interest. Earlier this year, the Securities and Exchange Commission’s Office of Municipal Securities signaled that it’s taking a closer look at issuer disclosure under Rule 15c2-12, which could grow to include elements of ESG disclosure.
Sebastian's approach to business cases
Sebastian Torres-Rodriguez represents issuers, underwriters, and borrowers on a variety of public and project finance transactions. Sebastian previously worked as a senior legal advisor to the Puerto Rico Fiscal Agency and Financial Advisory Authority (AAFAF) and represented the Government of Puerto Rico and its instrumentalities on matters related to the Puerto Rico Oversight, Management, and…
Clients Sebastian works with
Sebastian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business matters across New York.
Credentials
Sebastian Torres's legal education and bar admissions
University of Puerto Rico
B.A.
University of Puerto Rico School of Law
J.D. · 2013
Jurisdictions
Sebastian's state bar admissions
New York, New York S
ACTIVE
Puerto Rico, Bar of
ACTIVE
Sebastian studied at B.A. in University of Puerto Rico and J.D. in University of Puerto Rico School of Law.
Law school and academic background
Sebastian completed B.A. in University of Puerto Rico and J.D. in University of Puerto Rico School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sebastian runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Sebastian Torres
Sebastian has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — in America
2026
Best Lawyers in America — from 2024-2025 for work in:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Municipal Law - 2025
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Municipal Law - 2024
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — in America (2026). Best Lawyers in America — from 2024-2025 for work in: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Municipal Law - 2025 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Municipal Law - 2024 (2026).
Locations
Sebastian Torres's office in New York
Sebastian's primary office is at 55 West 46th Street, New York, New York, 10036-4120. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Sebastian Torres
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How to hire Sebastian Torres — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sebastian usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sebastian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sebastian'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; Sebastian will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Sebastian
Sebastian discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Sebastian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sebastian's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Sebastian Torres
How much does it cost to hire Sebastian for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sebastian walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sebastian offer a free consultation?
Sebastian charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sebastian's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Sebastian's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in New York typically take?
Simple business 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. Sebastian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sebastian take my case if I'm outside New York?
Sebastian 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 — Sebastian 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 Sebastian?
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. Sebastian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sebastian accepting new business clients right now?
Sebastian'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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