Joan Gottesman Wexler — Licensed Attorney
Over 50 years of legal practice
Of CounselatSchlam Stone & Dolan LLP
New, NY
Practicing law in New York since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
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- Bar admission
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Joan Gottesman Wexler is an of counsel based in New York, NY. Joan has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Schlam Stone & Dolan LLP.
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About Joan Gottesman Wexler: Joan Gottesman Wexler is an of counsel based in New York, NY. Joan has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Schlam Stone & Dolan LLP.
Biography
Meet Joan Gottesman Wexler — legal lawyer in New York
Joan Gottesman Wexler is an of counsel based in New York, NY. Joan has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Schlam Stone & Dolan LLP.
Joan Gottesman Wexler is a lawyer. Joan Gottesman received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1968, and has been licensed for 50 years. Joan Gottesman practices at Schlam Stone & Dolan LLP in New York, NY.
Who Joan represents
Joan reviews new inquiries case-by-case across a general legal practice across New York.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Yale University
J.D. · 1974
Cornell University
B.S. Harvard · 1968
Jurisdictions
Joan's state bar admissions
New York
1976 · ACTIVE
Joan studied at J.D. in Yale University and B.S. Harvard in Cornell University.
Law school and academic background
Joan completed J.D. in Yale University and B.S. Harvard in Cornell University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Joan runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Joan's professional memberships and bar associations
of the American Bar Foundation and of the New York Bar Foundation
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•Member of the New York State Bar Association's Committee on Legal Education and Admission to the Bar
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•Member of the Boards of Directors of the Practicing Law Institute, the Downtown Brooklyn Partnership, the American Judicature Society, the American Law Deans Association, the Children's Law Center, and the Fund for Modern Courts
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•Member of the Judicial Conference of the State of New York, and of the Planning and Program Committee of the Judicial Conference of the Second Circuit.•Member of the Yale Law Journal Advisory Board.Dean Wexler has received many honors for her leadership
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•President's Special Award and the Special Recognition Award from the New York Women's Bar Association
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•American Women in Business Award for Lifetime Achievement
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•Outstanding Women of the Bar Honoree from the New York County Lawyers' Association
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•Special Award from the National Association of Women Judges
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•Good Scout Award from the Greater Boy Scouts' Council of New York
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•William Schoenfeld Award from the Society of Adolescent Psychiatry
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•President's Award from the New York State Court Officers' Association.Dean Wexler is a member of the Cornell University Council. She is a member emerita of the President's Council of Cornell Women and a member of the Dean's Council for the College of Hum
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Locations
Joan Gottesman Wexler's office in New York
Joan's primary office is at 26 Broadway, New York, NY, 10004. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Joan Gottesman Wexler — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new legal attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Joan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Joan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joan'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; Joan 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 Joan
Joan 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. Joan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Joan'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 Joan Gottesman Wexler
How much does it cost to hire Joan for a legal case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Joan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Joan offer a free consultation?
Joan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joan's office. Some legal attorneys offer free consults — check Joan'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. Joan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Joan take my case if I'm outside New York?
Joan 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 — Joan 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 Joan?
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. Joan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Joan accepting new legal clients right now?
Joan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
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