Landis Olesker, Employment Attorney in New York
Over 62 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Estate Planning, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
New, NY
Practicing employment in New York since 1964.
- 62+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Landis Olesker is an attorney based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Employment, Estate Planning, and General. Landis has over 62 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- New York, NY
- Experience
- over 62 years
- Known for
- Employment · Estate Planning · General
- Handles Employment, Estate Planning, and General matters from New York, NY.
- Over 62 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Landis Olesker: Landis Olesker is an attorney based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Employment, Estate Planning, and General. Landis has over 62 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Landis takes on
Landis concentrates on employment, estate planning, general, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Landis handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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General
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Employment cases in New York
Landis 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 Landis agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in New York
Landis takes estate planning 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 Landis agrees to represent you.
General cases in New York
Landis 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 Landis agrees to represent you.
Tax cases in New York
Landis 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 Landis agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Landis Olesker — employment lawyer in New York
Landis Olesker is an attorney based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Employment, Estate Planning, and General. Landis has over 62 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Landis Olesker is a lawyer practicing pension law, profit sharing deferred compensation law, employee benefits law and 3 other areas of law. Landis received a A.B. degree from Amherst College in 1961, and has been licensed for 62 years. Landis practices in New York, NY.
Landis's approach to employment cases
Landis Olesker is a lawyer practicing pension law, profit sharing deferred compensation law, employee benefits law and 3 other areas of law. Landis received a A.B. degree from Amherst College in 1961, and has been licensed for 62 years. Landis practices in New York, NY.
Clients Landis works with
Landis reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, estate planning, and general matters across New York.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Harvard University
LL.B. · 1964
Amherst College
A.B. · 1961
Jurisdictions
Landis's state bar admissions
New York
1964 · ACTIVE
Landis studied at LL.B. in Harvard University and A.B. in Amherst College.
Law school and academic background
Landis completed LL.B. in Harvard University and A.B. in Amherst College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Landis runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Landis has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Landis Olesker's office in New York
Landis's primary office is at 300 Central Park W Apt 2 H, New York, NY, 10024-1576. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Landis Olesker — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Landis. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in New York.
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How to hire Landis Olesker — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Landis usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Landis charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Landis'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; Landis will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Landis
Landis discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Landis confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Landis's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Landis Olesker
How much does it cost to hire Landis for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Landis walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Landis offer a free consultation?
Landis charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Landis's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Landis's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in New York typically take?
Simple employment 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. Landis gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Landis take my case if I'm outside New York?
Landis 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 — Landis 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 Landis?
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. Landis will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Landis accepting new employment clients right now?
Landis's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Albany and Brooklyn in New York
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