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

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

Does Yu offer a free consultation?

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

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

Yu 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 — Yu 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 Yu?

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

Is Yu accepting new legal clients right now?

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

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Yu Wakae — Licensed Attorney

Over 23 years of legal practice

AssociateatMasuda International

New, NY

Practicing law in New York since 2003.

23+: Years practicing
2: Bar admissions

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Yu Wakae is an associate based in New York, NY. Yu has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Masuda International.

Based in: New York, NY
Experience: over 23 years
Known for: legal services

Over 23 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Biography

Yu Wakae, legal attorney serving New York

Yu Wakae is an associate based in New York, NY. Yu has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Masuda International. Yu works from New York and takes on legal matters across the region.

Yu Wakae is a lawyer. Yu received a degree from Legal Training and Research Institute of the Supreme Court of Japan in 2003, and has been licensed for 23 years. Yu practices at Masuda International in New York, NY.

The kind of cases Yu takes

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

Credentials

Credentials — where Yu studied and practices

Harvard Law School
LL.M. Completed · 2009
Legal Training and Research Institute of the Supreme Court of Japan Class of 2003
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Jurisdictions

Yu's state bar admissions

New York
2010 · ACTIVE
Japan
2003 · ACTIVE

Yu studied at LL.M. Completed in Harvard Law School and — in Legal Training and Research Institute of the Supreme Court of Japan Class of 2003.

Law school and academic background

Yu completed LL.M. Completed in Harvard Law School and — in Legal Training and Research Institute of the Supreme Court of Japan Class of 2003. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Yu runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Yu's professional memberships and bar associations

Daiichi Tokyo Bar Association
membership

Locations

Yu Wakae's office in New York

Yu's primary office is at Carnegie Hall Tower, 152 W. 57th Street, 37th Floor, New York, NY, 10019-3310. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Masuda International

Carnegie Hall Tower, 152 W. 57th Street, 37th Floor

New York, NY 10019-3310

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Hiring guide

How to hire Yu Wakae — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Yu charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Yu'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; Yu 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 Yu

Yu 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. Yu confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Yu'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 Yu Wakae

How much does it cost to hire Yu for a legal case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Yu walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Yu offer a free consultation?
Yu charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Yu's office. Some legal attorneys offer free consults — check Yu'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. Yu gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Yu take my case if I'm outside New York?
Yu 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 — Yu 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 Yu?
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. Yu will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Yu accepting new legal clients right now?
Yu's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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