Rusudan Shervashidze, Estate Planning Attorney in New York

Rusudan concentrates on estate planning, international, m&a, poa, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Rusudan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Estate Planning

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• International

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• M&A

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• POA

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• Tax

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Rusudan's primary office is at Architects and Designers Building, 150 East 58th Street, 22nd Floor, New York, NY, 10155. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new estate planning attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Rusudan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Rusudan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in estate planning practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Rusudan for a estate planning case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Rusudan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Rusudan offer a free consultation?

  Rusudan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rusudan's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Rusudan's current terms during booking.

• How long do estate planning cases in New York typically take?

  Simple estate planning 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. Rusudan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Rusudan take my case if I'm outside New York?

  Rusudan 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 — Rusudan 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 Rusudan?

  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. Rusudan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Rusudan accepting new estate planning clients right now?

  Rusudan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.