Sanford Gregg Jacobs, Construction Attorney in Purchase, New York
Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on Construction, Consumer, and General
ShareholderatMarshall Dennehey
Purchase, NY
Practicing construction in Purchase since 1991.
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Sanford Gregg Jacobs is a shareholder based in Purchase, NY. The practice focuses on Construction, Consumer, and General. Sanford has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Marshall Dennehey.
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- Purchase, NY
- Experience
- over 35 years
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- Construction · Consumer · General
- Handles Construction, Consumer, and General matters from Purchase, NY.
- Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Sanford Gregg Jacobs: Sanford Gregg Jacobs is a shareholder based in Purchase, NY. The practice focuses on Construction, Consumer, and General. Sanford has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Marshall Dennehey.
Areas of practice
Sanford's practice areas in Purchase
Sanford concentrates on construction, consumer, general, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sanford handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Construction cases in Purchase, New York
Sanford takes construction matters in Purchase, 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 Sanford agrees to represent you.
Consumer cases in Purchase, New York
Sanford takes consumer matters in Purchase, 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 Sanford agrees to represent you.
General cases in Purchase, New York
Sanford takes general matters in Purchase, 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 Sanford agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Purchase, New York
Sanford takes product liability matters in Purchase, 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 Sanford agrees to represent you.
Biography
Sanford Gregg Jacobs, construction attorney serving Purchase
Sanford Gregg Jacobs is a shareholder based in Purchase, NY. The practice focuses on Construction, Consumer, and General. Sanford has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Marshall Dennehey. Sanford works from Purchase, New York and takes on construction matters across the region.
Sanford is an accomplished civil litigator with over 25 years of experience, concentrating in trucking & transportation liability, general liability, premises liability, motor vehicle liability, construction injury litigation, products liability, toxic torts.
Throughout his years of experience, Sanford has acquired a unique skill of analyzing and resolving cases, having represented numerous clients during his career. His extensive experience includes handling cases from inception through jury trial throughout the New York Metropolitan area, upstate New York, and the state of Florida.
Sanford earned his juris doctor from Western Michigan University Cooley Law School and received a B.S. from the State University of New York Oneonta. He is licensed to practice in New York, Florida and the District of Columbia.
Year joined
2022
Thought Leadership
Marshall Dennehey Announces 2026 Shareholder Class and Special Counsel Promotions
December 15, 2025
Marshall Dennehey is pleased to announce that 16 attorneys have been elected shareholders of the firm effective Jan. 1, 2026. Additionally, two attorneys have been promoted from associate to special counsel.
Marshall Dennehey Announces 2024 Shareholder Class And Special Counsel Promotions
December 19, 2023
Marshall Dennehey is pleased to announce that 10 attorneys have been elected shareholders of the firm effective January 1, 2024. Additionally, three attorneys have been promoted from associate to special counsel.
How Sanford handles construction matters
Sanford is an accomplished civil litigator with over 25 years of experience, concentrating in trucking & transportation liability, general liability, premises liability, motor vehicle liability, construction injury litigation, products liability, toxic torts. Throughout his years of experience, Sanford has acquired a unique skill of analyzing and resolving cases, having represented numerous…
The kind of cases Sanford takes
Sanford reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction, consumer, and general matters in Purchase and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Sanford studied and practices
Cooley Law School
J.D. · 1989
State University of New York at Oneonta
B.S. · 1985
Jurisdictions
Sanford's state bar admissions
District of Columbia
1997 · ACTIVE
Florida
1991 · ACTIVE
Sanford studied at J.D. in Cooley Law School and B.S. in State University of New York at Oneonta.
Law school and academic background
Sanford completed J.D. in Cooley Law School and B.S. in State University of New York at Oneonta. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sanford runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Sanford's professional memberships and bar associations
American Bar Association
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Locations
Sanford Gregg Jacobs's office in Purchase
Sanford's primary office is at 287 Bowman Avenue, Suite 404, Purchase, NY, 10577. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Sanford Gregg Jacobs — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sanford usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sanford charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sanford'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; Sanford will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a construction attorney in Purchase, New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction 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 Sanford
Sanford discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every construction 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. Sanford confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sanford's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Sanford Gregg Jacobs
How much does it cost to hire Sanford for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sanford walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sanford offer a free consultation?
Sanford charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sanford's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Sanford's current terms during booking.
How long do construction cases in New York typically take?
Simple construction 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. Sanford gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sanford take my case if I'm outside Purchase?
Sanford 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 — Sanford 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 Sanford?
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. Sanford will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sanford accepting new construction clients right now?
Sanford'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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