Kathleen Tenney Willis, General Attorney in Buffalo, New York
Over 39 years of legal practice · focused on General, Personal Injury, and Product Liability · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
AssociateatLaw Offices of Eugene C. Tenney
Buffalo, NY
Practicing general in Buffalo since 1987.
- 39+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Kathleen Tenney Willis is an associate based in Buffalo, NY. The practice focuses on General, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Kathleen has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Eugene C. Tenney. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Buffalo, NY
- Experience
- over 39 years
- Known for
- General · Personal Injury · Product Liability
- Handles General, Personal Injury, and Product Liability matters from Buffalo, NY.
- Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Kathleen Tenney Willis: Kathleen Tenney Willis is an associate based in Buffalo, NY. The practice focuses on General, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Kathleen has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Eugene C. Tenney. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Kathleen's practice areas in Buffalo
Kathleen concentrates on general, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kathleen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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General cases in Buffalo, New York
Kathleen takes general matters in Buffalo, 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 Kathleen agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Buffalo, New York
Kathleen takes personal injury matters in Buffalo, 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 Kathleen agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Buffalo, New York
Kathleen takes product liability matters in Buffalo, 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 Kathleen agrees to represent you.
Biography
Kathleen Tenney Willis, general attorney serving Buffalo
Kathleen Tenney Willis is an associate based in Buffalo, NY. The practice focuses on General, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Kathleen has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Eugene C. Tenney. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Kathleen works from Buffalo, New York and takes on general matters across the region.
Kathleen Tenney Willis is a lawyer practicing negligence, products liability, malpractice and 1 other area of law. Kathleen received a A.B. degree from Duke University in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years. Kathleen practices at Law Offices of Eugene C. Tenney in Buffalo, NY.
Working with Kathleen on a general matter
Kathleen Tenney Willis is a lawyer practicing negligence, products liability, malpractice and 1 other area of law. Kathleen received a A.B. degree from Duke University in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years. Kathleen practices at Law Offices of Eugene C. Tenney in Buffalo, NY.
Who Kathleen represents
Kathleen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, personal injury, and product liability matters in Buffalo and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Kathleen studied and practices
State University of New York at Buffalo
J.D. · 1986
Duke University
A.B. · 1983
Jurisdictions
Kathleen's state bar admissions
Maryland
1993 · ACTIVE
New York
1987 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1987 · ACTIVE
Kathleen studied at J.D. in State University of New York at Buffalo and A.B. in Duke University.
Law school and academic background
Kathleen completed J.D. in State University of New York at Buffalo and A.B. in Duke University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kathleen runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Kathleen's legal honors and published work
Kathleen has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Kathleen's professional memberships and bar associations
Erie County, New York State and American Bar Associations
membership
Locations
Kathleen Tenney Willis's office in Buffalo
Kathleen's primary office is at 5 Niagara Square, Buffalo, NY, 14202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Kathleen Tenney Willis — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Kathleen Tenney Willis — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kathleen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kathleen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kathleen'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; Kathleen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Buffalo, 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 Kathleen
Kathleen 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. Kathleen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kathleen'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 Kathleen Tenney Willis
How much does it cost to hire Kathleen for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kathleen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kathleen offer a free consultation?
Kathleen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kathleen's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Kathleen'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. Kathleen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kathleen take my case if I'm outside Buffalo?
Kathleen 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 — Kathleen 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 Kathleen?
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. Kathleen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kathleen accepting new general clients right now?
Kathleen'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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