How much does it cost to hire Janice for a contracts case?

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

Does Janice offer a free consultation?

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

How long do contracts cases in New York typically take?

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

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

Janice 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 — Janice 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 Janice?

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

Is Janice accepting new contracts clients right now?

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

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Janice Waiyan Chan, Contracts Attorney in New York

Over 16 years of legal practice · focused on Contracts, Employment, and Formation

AttorneyatCooley LLP

New, NY

Practicing contracts in New York since 2010.

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Janice Waiyan Chan is an attorney based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Contracts, Employment, and Formation. Janice has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cooley LLP.

Based in: New York, NY
Experience: over 16 years
Known for: Contracts · Employment · Formation

Handles Contracts, Employment, and Formation matters from New York, NY.
Over 16 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Janice takes on

Janice concentrates on contracts, employment, formation, insurance, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Janice handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Contracts cases in New York

Janice takes contracts 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 Janice agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in New York

Janice 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 Janice agrees to represent you.

Formation cases in New York

Janice takes formation 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 Janice agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in New York

Janice takes insurance 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 Janice agrees to represent you.

Tax cases in New York

Janice takes tax 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 Janice agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Janice Waiyan Chan — contracts lawyer in New York

Janice Waiyan Chan is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, employment & labor, contracts & agreements and 4 other areas of law. Janice has been licensed for 16 years. Janice practices at Cooley LLP in New York, NY.

How Janice handles contracts matters

The kind of cases Janice takes

Janice reviews new inquiries case-by-case for contracts, employment, and formation matters across New York.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

University of Texas School of Law
JD · 2009

Jurisdictions

Janice's state bar admissions

New York
2010 · ACTIVE

Janice studied at JD in University of Texas School of Law.

Law school and academic background

Janice completed JD in University of Texas School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Janice runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Janice Waiyan Chan's office in New York

Janice's primary office is at The Grace Building, 1114 Avenue of the Americas, 46th Floor, New York, NY, 10036-7798. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Cooley LLP

The Grace Building, 1114 Avenue of the Americas, 46th Floor

New York, NY 10036-7798

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Hiring guide

How to hire Janice Waiyan Chan — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a contracts attorney in New York

A short list to run through before you commit: How many contracts 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 Janice

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every contracts 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. Janice confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Janice Waiyan Chan

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