Utz Peter Toepke, Litigation Attorney in White Plains, New York

Utz concentrates on litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Utz handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Litigation

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Utz's primary office is at 70 W. Red Oak Lane, White Plains, NY, 10604-3602. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Utz for a litigation case?

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

• Does Utz offer a free consultation?

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

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

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

• Can Utz take my case if I'm outside White Plains?

  Utz 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 — Utz 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 Utz?

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

• Is Utz accepting new litigation clients right now?

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