Lynda Battiste, Employment Attorney in Saratoga Springs, New York
Over 39 years of legal practice · focused on Employment and Personal Injury · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Saratoga Springs New, NY
Practicing employment in Saratoga Springs since 1987.
- 39+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Lynda Battiste is an attorney based in Saratoga Springs, NY. The practice focuses on Employment and Personal Injury. Lynda has over 39 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Saratoga Springs, NY
- Experience
- over 39 years
- Known for
- Employment · Personal Injury
- Handles Employment and Personal Injury matters from Saratoga Springs, NY.
- Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Lynda Battiste: Lynda Battiste is an attorney based in Saratoga Springs, NY. The practice focuses on Employment and Personal Injury. Lynda has over 39 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Lynda takes on
Lynda concentrates on employment and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lynda handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Saratoga Springs, New York
Lynda takes employment matters in Saratoga Springs, 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 Lynda agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Saratoga Springs, New York
Lynda takes personal injury matters in Saratoga Springs, 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 Lynda agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Lynda Battiste — employment lawyer in Saratoga Springs
Lynda Battiste is an attorney based in Saratoga Springs, NY. The practice focuses on Employment and Personal Injury. Lynda has over 39 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Lynda Battiste is a lawyer practicing federal employers' liability act claims, personal injury litigation. Lynda received a A.B. degree from Syracuse University in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years. Lynda practices in Saratoga Springs, NY.
Lynda's approach to employment cases
Lynda Battiste is a lawyer practicing federal employers' liability act claims, personal injury litigation. Lynda received a A.B. degree from Syracuse University in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years. Lynda practices in Saratoga Springs, NY.
The kind of cases Lynda takes
Lynda reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and personal injury matters in Saratoga Springs and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Albany Law School of Union University
J.D. · 1986
Syracuse University
A.B. · 1983
Jurisdictions
Lynda's state bar admissions
New York
1987 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1987 · ACTIVE
Lynda studied at J.D. in Albany Law School of Union University and A.B. in Syracuse University.
Law school and academic background
Lynda completed J.D. in Albany Law School of Union University and A.B. in Syracuse University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lynda runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Lynda has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Locations
Lynda Battiste's office in Saratoga Springs
Lynda's primary office is at 8 Meghan Ct, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866-6315. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Lynda Battiste — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Lynda. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Saratoga Springs.
4.4
1 client review
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How to hire Lynda Battiste — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lynda usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lynda charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lynda'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; Lynda will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Saratoga Springs, 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 Lynda
Lynda 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. Lynda confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lynda'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 Lynda Battiste
How much does it cost to hire Lynda for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lynda walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lynda offer a free consultation?
Lynda charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lynda's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Lynda'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. Lynda gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lynda take my case if I'm outside Saratoga Springs?
Lynda 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 — Lynda 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 Lynda?
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. Lynda will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lynda accepting new employment clients right now?
Lynda'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 Saratoga Springs and Albany in New York
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