Soo U Nam, Employment Attorney in New York
Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on Employment and Immigration
MemberatLaw Firm of Soo Elizabeth Nam PLLC
New, NY
Practicing employment in New York since 1994.
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- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Soo U Nam is a member based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Employment and Immigration. Soo has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Firm of Soo Elizabeth Nam PLLC.
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- New York, NY
- Experience
- over 32 years
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- Employment · Immigration
- Handles Employment and Immigration matters from New York, NY.
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Soo U Nam: Soo U Nam is a member based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Employment and Immigration. Soo has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Firm of Soo Elizabeth Nam PLLC.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Soo takes on
Soo concentrates on employment and immigration. Each area below outlines the kind of case Soo handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in New York
Soo 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 Soo agrees to represent you.
Immigration cases in New York
Soo takes immigration 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 Soo agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Soo U Nam — employment lawyer in New York
Soo U Nam is a member based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Employment and Immigration. Soo has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Firm of Soo Elizabeth Nam PLLC.
Soo U Nam is a lawyer practicing immigration, employment law. Soo received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1989, and has been licensed for 32 years. Soo practices at Law Firm of Soo Elizabeth Nam PLLC in New York, NY and 1 other location.
Soo's approach to employment cases
Soo U Nam is a lawyer practicing immigration, employment law. Soo received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1989, and has been licensed for 32 years. Soo practices at Law Firm of Soo Elizabeth Nam PLLC in New York, NY and 1 other location.
Clients Soo works with
Soo reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and immigration matters across New York.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Brooklyn Law School
J.D. · 1993
State University of New York at Stony Brook
B.A. Economics · 1989
Jurisdictions
Soo's state bar admissions
New York
1996 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
1994 · ACTIVE
Soo studied at J.D. in Brooklyn Law School and B.A. Economics in State University of New York at Stony Brook.
Law school and academic background
Soo completed J.D. in Brooklyn Law School and B.A. Economics in State University of New York at Stony Brook. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Soo runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Soo U Nam's office in New York
Soo's primary office is at 355 Lexington Ave., 4th Fl., New York, NY, 10017. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Law Firm of Soo Elizabeth Nam PLLC
355 Lexington Ave., 4th Fl.
New York, NY 10017
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How to hire Soo U Nam — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Soo usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Soo charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Soo'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; Soo 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 Soo
Soo 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. Soo confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Soo'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 Soo U Nam
How much does it cost to hire Soo for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Soo walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Soo offer a free consultation?
Soo charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Soo's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Soo'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. Soo gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Soo take my case if I'm outside New York?
Soo 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 — Soo 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 Soo?
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. Soo will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Soo accepting new employment clients right now?
Soo'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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