Sylvan Jay Schaffer, Employment Attorney in New York

Sylvan concentrates on employment, family law, general, health care, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sylvan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Employment

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• Family Law

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• Litigation

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Sylvan's primary office is at 666 Third Avenue, 29th Flor, New York, NY, 10017. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

Sylvan 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.

• How much does it cost to hire Sylvan for a employment case?

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

• Does Sylvan offer a free consultation?

  Sylvan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sylvan's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Sylvan'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. Sylvan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

  Sylvan 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 — Sylvan 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 Sylvan?

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

• Is Sylvan accepting new employment clients right now?

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