Hilary J. Orzick, Civil Rights Attorney in New York
focused on Civil Rights, Employment, and Litigation
New, NY
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Hilary J. Orzick is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Litigation. Currently practicing at Keenan & Bhatia LLC.
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- New York, NEW YORK
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- attorney
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- Civil Rights · Employment · Litigation
- Handles Civil Rights, Employment, and Litigation matters from New York, NEW YORK.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Civil Rights Law (2026).
About Hilary J. Orzick: Hilary J. Orzick is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Litigation. Currently practicing at Keenan & Bhatia LLC.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Hilary takes on
Hilary concentrates on civil rights, employment, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Hilary handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Litigation
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Civil Rights cases in New York
Hilary takes civil rights 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 Hilary agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in New York
Hilary takes employment 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 Hilary agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in New York
Hilary takes litigation 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 Hilary agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Hilary J. Orzick — civil rights lawyer in New York
Hilary J. Orzick is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Litigation. Currently practicing at Keenan & Bhatia LLC.
Hilary J. Orzick is an Associate at Wigdor LLP. Ms. Orzick represents individuals on a wide range of employment matters, including sexual harassment, gender, pregnancy, race, disability and age discrimination, retaliation, defamation, family and medical leave, wage and hour, whistleblower and contract claims. She has experience representing employees in single-plaintiff and class action litigation in both federal and state court. Ms. Orzick also has experience representing college students in connection with complaints of discrimination, sexual harassment and sexual assault.
Prior to joining Wigdor LLP, Ms. Orzick interned for the Legal Aid Society’s Employment Law Unit and two plaintiff-side labor and employment law firms in Manhattan. Additionally, Ms. Orzick participated in Cardozo’s Mediation Clinic, where she was trained by Cardozo Faculty and the New York Peace Institute to mediate claims in Manhattan Civil Court.
Ms. Orzick received her J.D. from Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and her B.S. in Industrial and Labor Relations from Cornell University with minors in Inequality Studies as well as Law and Society. Upon graduation, Ms. Orzick received a Jacob Burns Medal for her successful contribution as competitor and Managing Editor to Cardozo’s Moot Court Honor Society, as well as a Certificate in Dispute Resolution for her advanced study in dispute resolution processes.
While at Cornell, Ms. Orzick helped form and implement the Sexual Harassment and Assault Response and Education Program through Cornell’s Title IX Office, served as an Executive Board Member of the Women’s Resource Advisory Center and conducted presentations to various student organizations about sexual assault and students’ rights on college campuses.
Ms. Orzick is admitted to practice in the State of New York and before the U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York.
Hilary's approach to civil rights cases
Hilary J. Orzick is an Associate at Wigdor LLP. Ms. Orzick represents individuals on a wide range of employment matters, including sexual harassment, gender, pregnancy, race, disability and age discrimination, retaliation, defamation, family and medical leave, wage and hour, whistleblower and contract claims. She has experience representing employees in single-plaintiff and class action…
The kind of cases Hilary takes
Hilary reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, employment, and litigation matters across New York.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
J.D. · 2016
Cornell University
B.S. · 2013
Hilary studied at J.D. in Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and B.S. in Cornell University.
Law school and academic background
Hilary completed J.D. in Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and B.S. in Cornell University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Hilary runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Hilary has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Civil Rights Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Employee
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Civil Rights Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Employee (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026).
Locations
Hilary J. Orzick's office in New York
Hilary's primary office is at 233 Broadway, Suite 1810, New York, New York, 10279-0001. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Keenan & Bhatia LLC
233 Broadway, Suite 1810
New York, New York 10279-0001
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How to hire Hilary J. Orzick — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Hilary usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Hilary charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Hilary'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; Hilary will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights 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 Hilary
Hilary 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.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights 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. Hilary confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Hilary's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Hilary J. Orzick
How much does it cost to hire Hilary for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Hilary walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Hilary offer a free consultation?
Hilary charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Hilary's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Hilary'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. Hilary gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Hilary take my case if I'm outside New York?
Hilary 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 — Hilary 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 Hilary?
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. Hilary will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Hilary accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Hilary's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Civil Rights attorneys serving Albany and Brooklyn in New York
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