Ezra Ishmael Young, Civil Rights Attorney in Ithaca, New York

Ezra concentrates on civil rights, employment, health care, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ezra handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Civil Rights

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Ezra's primary office is at 321 Myron Taylor Hall, Ithaca, NY, 14853-4901. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Ezra for a civil rights case?

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

• Does Ezra offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do civil rights cases in New York typically take?

  Simple civil rights 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. Ezra gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Ezra take my case if I'm outside Ithaca?

  Ezra 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 — Ezra 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 Ezra?

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

• Is Ezra accepting new civil rights clients right now?

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