Stephanie Guaba

Stephanie Guaba — Licensed Attorney

Over 6 years of legal practice

Practicing law in New York since 2020.

6+
Years practicing
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Stephanie Guaba is an associate based in New York, NY. Stephanie has over 6 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Alan S. Futerfas.

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  • Over 6 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Stephanie Guaba: Stephanie Guaba is an associate based in New York, NY. Stephanie has over 6 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Alan S. Futerfas.

Biography

Meet Stephanie Guaba — legal lawyer in New York

Stephanie Guaba is an associate based in New York, NY. Stephanie has over 6 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Alan S. Futerfas.

Stephanie Guaba focuses her practice on white-collar criminal defense and government and internal investigations. Stephanie has defended clients in public corruption and financial cases, and has experience handling complex matters against the US Department of Justice and the US Securities and Exchange Commission.

Stephanie has cross-examined critical witnesses in federal criminal trials and, in May 2021, she was part of the trial team that secured a full acquittal for her client in a trial in New Mexico. She also represents clients in complex civil disputes.

During law school, Stephanie worked on the defense team in a high-profile Special Counsel’s Office investigation and related SDNY proceedings and Congressional investigations.

She is fluent in Spanish.

Who Stephanie represents

Stephanie reviews new inquiries case-by-case across a general legal practice across New York.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law

    J.D. Dean · 2019

  • Cornell University

    B.S. · 2014

Jurisdictions

Stephanie's state bar admissions

  • New York United Stat

    2020 · ACTIVE

Stephanie studied at J.D. Dean in Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and B.S. in Cornell University.

Law school and academic background

Stephanie completed J.D. Dean in Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and B.S. in Cornell University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Stephanie runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Stephanie Guaba's office in New York

Stephanie's primary office is at 565 Fifth Avenue, 7th Floor, New York, NY, 10017. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Law Offices of Alan S. Futerfas

565 Fifth Avenue, 7th Floor

New York, NY 10017

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Hiring guide

How to hire Stephanie Guaba — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new legal attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Stephanie usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Stephanie charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephanie'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; Stephanie will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a legal attorney in New York

A short list to run through before you commit: How many legal 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 Stephanie

Stephanie discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in legal practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every legal 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. Stephanie confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Stephanie's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many legal practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Stephanie Guaba

  • How much does it cost to hire Stephanie for a legal case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Stephanie walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Stephanie offer a free consultation?

    Stephanie charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephanie's office. Some legal attorneys offer free consults — check Stephanie's current terms during booking.

  • How long do legal cases in New York typically take?

    Simple legal 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. Stephanie gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Stephanie take my case if I'm outside New York?

    Stephanie 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 — Stephanie 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 Stephanie?

    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. Stephanie will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Stephanie accepting new legal clients right now?

    Stephanie's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.