Thomas McKevitt, Appellate Attorney in Uniondale, New York
Over 29 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, General, and Government
Special CounselatSahn Ward Braff Coschignano PLLC
Uniondale, NY
Practicing appellate in Uniondale since 1997.
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Thomas McKevitt is a special counsel based in Uniondale, NY. The practice focuses on Appellate, General, and Government. Thomas has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sahn Ward Braff Coschignano PLLC.
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- Uniondale, NY
- Experience
- over 29 years
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- Appellate · General · Government
- Handles Appellate, General, and Government matters from Uniondale, NY.
- Over 29 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Thomas McKevitt: Thomas McKevitt is a special counsel based in Uniondale, NY. The practice focuses on Appellate, General, and Government. Thomas has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sahn Ward Braff Coschignano PLLC.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Thomas McKevitt
Thomas concentrates on appellate, general, government, and zoning. Each area below outlines the kind of case Thomas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Appellate cases in Uniondale, New York
Thomas takes appellate matters in Uniondale, 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
General cases in Uniondale, New York
Thomas takes general matters in Uniondale, 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Uniondale, New York
Thomas takes government matters in Uniondale, 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
Zoning cases in Uniondale, New York
Thomas takes zoning matters in Uniondale, 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Thomas McKevitt — Over 29 years of New York appellate experience
Thomas McKevitt is a special counsel based in Uniondale, NY. The practice focuses on Appellate, General, and Government. Thomas has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sahn Ward Braff Coschignano PLLC.
Thomas McKevitt, Special Counsel to the Firm, concentrates his practice in zoning and land use planning, litigation, appeals, municipal law and telecommunications law. He represents clients in zoning board and town board hearings, as well as counsels municipal clients.
Prior to joining the Firm, Mr. McKevitt served as a Deputy Town Attorney for the Town of Hempstead, where he represented the Town in zoning and land use proceedings and litigation, and provided counsel in a variety of areas, including federal civil rights cases, building code enforcement and economic development. In his position with the Town, he argued and won cases in the New York Court of Appeals and the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.
He has lectured around New York State to building departments and building official associations on legal procedures for code enforcement. He has also presented Continuing Legal Education seminars on zoning and building issues, as well as to the New York Conference of Mayors for municipal officials.
Mr. McKevitt has twice served as Chair of the Municipal Law Committee of the Nassau County Bar Association, and is a member of the Professional Ethics Committee. He has served as Editor-in-Chief and Focus Editor of the Nassau Lawyer, the Association’s monthly newspaper. His article, “Legislature Responds to Foreclosure Issues,” appeared in the September 2013 issue of the publication. He is a member of the American, New York State and Nassau County Bar Associations and is a past officer of the East Meadow Kiwanis Club and a member of the East Meadow Chamber of Commerce.
Mr. McKevitt was admitted to practice law in the State of New York in 1997 and in the District of Columbia in 1999. He was admitted to practice before the United States District Courts in the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York in 1998, the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit in 1999, and the United States Supreme Court in 2000.
Mr. McKevitt was Phi Beta Kappa at Hofstra University (B.A., 1993, summa cum laude) and received his law degree from Hofstra University School of Law (J.D., 1996), where he was the articles editor of the Law Review. In 2009, the college honored Mr. McKevitt with the 40th Annual Hofstra Alumni George M. Estabrook Distinguished Award for his support and dedication of the Hofstra Alumni Association. The Hofstra Law School Public Justice Foundation presented him with the Outstanding Alumnus Award in 2014.
Mr. McKevitt is a member of the Nassau County Legislature. He previously served in the New York State Assembly representing the 17th Assembly District. As an Assemblyman, he served as the Minority Leader Pro Tempore, the number two ranking position in the Minority Conference, where he led debates and managed all floor operations.
Thomas's approach to appellate cases
Thomas McKevitt, Special Counsel to the Firm, concentrates his practice in zoning and land use planning, litigation, appeals, municipal law and telecommunications law. He represents clients in zoning board and town board hearings, as well as counsels municipal clients. Prior to joining the Firm, Mr. McKevitt served as a Deputy Town Attorney for the Town of Hempstead, where he represented the Town…
The kind of cases Thomas takes
Thomas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, general, and government matters in Uniondale and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Thomas McKevitt's legal education and bar admissions
Hofstra University School of Law
J.D. · 1996
Hofstra University
B.A. · 1993
Jurisdictions
Thomas's state bar admissions
District of Columbia
1999 · ACTIVE
New York State
1997 · ACTIVE
Thomas studied at J.D. in Hofstra University School of Law and B.A. in Hofstra University.
Law school and academic background
Thomas completed J.D. in Hofstra University School of Law and B.A. in Hofstra University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Thomas runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Thomas McKevitt's office in Uniondale
Thomas's primary office is at 333 Earle Ovington Boulevard, Suite 601, Uniondale, NY, 11553. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Sahn Ward Braff Coschignano PLLC
333 Earle Ovington Boulevard, Suite 601
Uniondale, NY 11553
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How to hire Thomas McKevitt — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Thomas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Thomas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas'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; Thomas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Uniondale, New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Thomas
Thomas discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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. Thomas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Thomas's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Thomas McKevitt
How much does it cost to hire Thomas for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Thomas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Thomas offer a free consultation?
Thomas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Thomas's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in New York typically take?
Simple appellate 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. Thomas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Thomas take my case if I'm outside Uniondale?
Thomas 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 — Thomas 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 Thomas?
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. Thomas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Thomas accepting new appellate clients right now?
Thomas's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
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