Kerri Nicole Durso, Entertainment Attorney in New York
Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, Formation, and General
AttorneyatShearman & Sterling LLP
New, NY
Practicing entertainment in New York since 2009.
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Kerri Nicole Durso is an attorney based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Entertainment, Formation, and General. Kerri has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shearman & Sterling LLP.
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- New York, NY
- Experience
- over 17 years
- Known for
- Entertainment · Formation · General
- Handles Entertainment, Formation, and General matters from New York, NY.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Kerri Nicole Durso: Kerri Nicole Durso is an attorney based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Entertainment, Formation, and General. Kerri has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shearman & Sterling LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Kerri Nicole Durso
Kerri concentrates on entertainment, formation, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kerri handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment
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Formation
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General
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Entertainment cases in New York
Kerri takes entertainment 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 Kerri agrees to represent you.
Formation cases in New York
Kerri 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 Kerri agrees to represent you.
General cases in New York
Kerri takes general 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 Kerri agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Kerri Nicole Durso — Over 17 years of New York entertainment experience
Kerri Nicole Durso is an attorney based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Entertainment, Formation, and General. Kerri has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shearman & Sterling LLP.
Kerri Nicole Durso is a lawyer practicing corporate / incorporation, advertising, construction / development. Kerri received a degree from Pace, and has been licensed for 17 years. Kerri practices at Shearman & Sterling LLP in New York, NY.
Working with Kerri on a entertainment matter
Kerri Nicole Durso is a lawyer practicing corporate / incorporation, advertising, construction / development. Kerri received a degree from Pace, and has been licensed for 17 years. Kerri practices at Shearman & Sterling LLP in New York, NY.
Who Kerri represents
Kerri reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, formation, and general matters across New York.
Credentials
Kerri Nicole Durso's legal education and bar admissions
Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University JD - Juris Doctor
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Pace
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Jurisdictions
Kerri's state bar admissions
New York
2009 · ACTIVE
Kerri studied at — in Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University JD - Juris Doctor and — in Pace.
Law school and academic background
Kerri completed — in Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University JD - Juris Doctor and — in Pace. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kerri runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Kerri Nicole Durso's office in New York
Kerri's primary office is at 599 Lexington Ave., New York, NY, 10022-6069. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Kerri Nicole Durso — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kerri usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kerri charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kerri'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; Kerri will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment 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 Kerri
Kerri discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in entertainment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every entertainment 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. Kerri confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kerri's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many entertainment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kerri Nicole Durso
How much does it cost to hire Kerri for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kerri walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kerri offer a free consultation?
Kerri charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kerri's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Kerri's current terms during booking.
How long do entertainment cases in New York typically take?
Simple entertainment 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. Kerri gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kerri take my case if I'm outside New York?
Kerri 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 — Kerri 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 Kerri?
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. Kerri will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kerri accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Kerri'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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