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William Dudine, Business Attorney in New York

Over 38 years of legal practice · focused on Business and Government

New, NY

Practicing business in New York since 1988.

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William Dudine is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Business and Government. William has over 38 years of legal experience.

Based in
New York, NEW YORK
Experience
over 38 years
Known for
Business · Government
  • Handles Business and Government matters from New York, NEW YORK.
  • Over 38 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Municipal Law (2026).

About William Dudine: William Dudine is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Business and Government. William has over 38 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by William Dudine

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

Business cases in New York

William takes business 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 William agrees to represent you.

Government cases in New York

William takes government 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 William agrees to represent you.

Biography

About William Dudine — Over 38 years of New York business experience

William Dudine is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Business and Government. William has over 38 years of legal experience.

William Dudine is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Municipal Law and Public Finance Law.

William, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which William is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

William's approach to business cases

William Dudine is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Municipal Law and Public Finance Law. William, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which William is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Clients William works with

William reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and government matters across New York.

Credentials

William Dudine's legal education and bar admissions

  • St. John's University

    J.D. · 1987

Jurisdictions

William's state bar admissions

  • New York, New York S

    1988 · ACTIVE

William studied at J.D. in St. John's University.

Law school and academic background

William completed J.D. in St. John's University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice William runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of William Dudine

William has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Municipal Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Municipal Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law (2026).

Locations

William Dudine's office in New York

William's primary office is at 50 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, New York, 10020-1605. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

50 Rockefeller Plaza

New York, New York 10020-1605

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Hiring guide

How to hire William Dudine — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a business attorney in New York

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 William

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business 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. William confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about William Dudine

  • How much does it cost to hire William for a business case?

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

  • Does William offer a free consultation?

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

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

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

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

    William 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 — William 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 William?

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

  • Is William accepting new business clients right now?

    William'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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