Cyndi D. Lalanne, General Attorney in New York
Over 6 years of legal practice · focused on General and Personal Injury
Senior AssociateatWood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP
New, NY
Practicing general in New York since 2020.
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Cyndi D. Lalanne is a senior associate based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on General and Personal Injury. Cyndi has over 6 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP.
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- over 6 years
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- General · Personal Injury
- Handles General and Personal Injury matters from New York, NY.
- Over 6 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Cyndi D. Lalanne: Cyndi D. Lalanne is a senior associate based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on General and Personal Injury. Cyndi has over 6 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Cyndi D. Lalanne
Cyndi concentrates on general and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Cyndi handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in New York
Cyndi takes general 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 Cyndi agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in New York
Cyndi takes personal injury 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 Cyndi agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Cyndi D. Lalanne — Over 6 years of New York general experience
Cyndi D. Lalanne is a senior associate based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on General and Personal Injury. Cyndi has over 6 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP.
Cyndi Lalanne is a senior associate at WSHB's New York office specializing in complex civil litigation, including New York Labor Law and premises liability. She has experience representing businesses, insurance companies, contractors, property owners, and developers at all stages of litigation. Additionally, she has worked on transportation cases, Child Victim Act, and Adult Survivor Act cases. Cyndi practices law in both New York state and federal courts and prioritizes a client-first approach.
Cyndi is a graduate of Touro University Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center. While there, she was an editor of the university’s Journal of Race, Gender, and Ethnicity and a Trial Advocacy and Practice Society member. Cyndi also was vice president and student advocate for the Unemployment Action Center. There, she assisted individuals with unemployment legal issues, including qualifications and payments. In addition to her law degree, Cyndi earned her Master of Business Administration in Finance and Marketing from Long Island University Post and her undergraduate degree in Legal Studies from St. John's University.
Outside of litigation, Cyndi enjoys art and fashion. She is also an active community member who participates annually in the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Light the Night Walk.
Additional Experience
•Transportation
Cyndi's approach to general cases
Cyndi Lalanne is a senior associate at WSHB's New York office specializing in complex civil litigation, including New York Labor Law and premises liability. She has experience representing businesses, insurance companies, contractors, property owners, and developers at all stages of litigation. Additionally, she has worked on transportation cases, Child Victim Act, and Adult Survivor Act cases.…
Clients Cyndi works with
Cyndi reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and personal injury matters across New York.
Credentials
Cyndi D. Lalanne's legal education and bar admissions
Touro University Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
J.D. · 2016
Long Island University Post
M.B.A. St. · 2016
Jurisdictions
Cyndi's state bar admissions
New York U.S. Distri
2020 · ACTIVE
Cyndi studied at J.D. in Touro University Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center and M.B.A. St. in Long Island University Post.
Law school and academic background
Cyndi completed J.D. in Touro University Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center and M.B.A. St. in Long Island University Post. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Cyndi runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Cyndi's professional memberships and bar associations
New York State Bar Association
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Locations
Cyndi D. Lalanne's office in New York
Cyndi's primary office is at 685 Third Avenue, 18th Floor, New York, NY, 10017. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP
685 Third Avenue, 18th Floor
New York, NY 10017
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How to hire Cyndi D. Lalanne — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Cyndi usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Cyndi charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cyndi'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; Cyndi will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Cyndi
Cyndi discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Cyndi confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Cyndi's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Cyndi D. Lalanne
How much does it cost to hire Cyndi for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Cyndi walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Cyndi offer a free consultation?
Cyndi charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cyndi's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Cyndi's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in New York typically take?
Simple general 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. Cyndi gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Cyndi take my case if I'm outside New York?
Cyndi 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 — Cyndi 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 Cyndi?
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. Cyndi will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Cyndi accepting new general clients right now?
Cyndi'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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