
Lisa Parlato Neff, Environmental Attorney in Buffalo, New York
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Environmental and Product Liability
AssociateatStephens & Stephens, LLP
Buffalo, NY
Practicing environmental in Buffalo since 1992.
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- Years practicing
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Lisa Parlato Neff is an associate based in Buffalo, NY. The practice focuses on Environmental and Product Liability. Lisa has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Stephens & Stephens, LLP.
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- Buffalo, NY
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- over 34 years
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- Environmental · Product Liability
- Handles Environmental and Product Liability matters from Buffalo, NY.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Lisa Parlato Neff: Lisa Parlato Neff is an associate based in Buffalo, NY. The practice focuses on Environmental and Product Liability. Lisa has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Stephens & Stephens, LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Lisa takes on
Lisa concentrates on environmental and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lisa handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Environmental
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Product Liability
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Environmental cases in Buffalo, New York
Lisa takes environmental 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 Lisa agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Buffalo, New York
Lisa 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 Lisa agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Lisa Parlato Neff — environmental lawyer in Buffalo
Lisa Parlato Neff is an associate based in Buffalo, NY. The practice focuses on Environmental and Product Liability. Lisa has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Stephens & Stephens, LLP.
Lisa Parlato Neff is a lawyer practicing environmental and natural resources, defective and dangerous products. Lisa received a B.S. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years. Lisa practices at Stephens & Stephens, LLP in Buffalo, NY.
Lisa's approach to environmental cases
Lisa Parlato Neff is a lawyer practicing environmental and natural resources, defective and dangerous products. Lisa received a B.S. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years. Lisa practices at Stephens & Stephens, LLP in Buffalo, NY.
The kind of cases Lisa takes
Lisa reviews new inquiries case-by-case for environmental and product liability matters in Buffalo and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
State University of New York at Buffalo
J.D. · 1991
State University of New York at Buffalo
B.S. Business · 1988
Jurisdictions
Lisa's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1992 · ACTIVE
New York
1992 · ACTIVE
Lisa studied at J.D. in State University of New York at Buffalo and B.S. Business in State University of New York at Buffalo.
Law school and academic background
Lisa completed J.D. in State University of New York at Buffalo and B.S. Business in State University of New York at Buffalo. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lisa runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Lisa Parlato Neff's office in Buffalo
Lisa's primary office is at 2495 Main Street, Suite 442, Buffalo, NY, 14214. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Lisa Parlato Neff — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new environmental attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lisa usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lisa charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lisa'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; Lisa will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a environmental attorney in Buffalo, New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many environmental 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 Lisa
Lisa discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in environmental practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every environmental 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. Lisa confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lisa's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many environmental practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Lisa Parlato Neff
How much does it cost to hire Lisa for a environmental case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lisa walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lisa offer a free consultation?
Lisa charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lisa's office. Some environmental attorneys offer free consults — check Lisa's current terms during booking.
How long do environmental cases in New York typically take?
Simple environmental 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. Lisa gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lisa take my case if I'm outside Buffalo?
Lisa 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 — Lisa 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 Lisa?
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. Lisa will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lisa accepting new environmental clients right now?
Lisa'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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