Sarah Ellen Sellers, Employment Attorney in New York
Over 14 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, General, and Litigation
New, NY
Practicing employment in New York since 2012.
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Sarah Ellen Sellers is an attorney based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Litigation. Sarah has over 14 years of legal experience.
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- New York, NY
- Experience
- over 14 years
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- Employment · General · Litigation
- Handles Employment, General, and Litigation matters from New York, NY.
- Over 14 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Sarah Ellen Sellers: Sarah Ellen Sellers is an attorney based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Litigation. Sarah has over 14 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Sarah takes on
Sarah concentrates on employment, general, litigation, and medical malpractice. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sarah handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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General
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Litigation
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Medical Malpractice
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Employment cases in New York
Sarah 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 Sarah agrees to represent you.
General cases in New York
Sarah 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 Sarah agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in New York
Sarah takes litigation 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 Sarah agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in New York
Sarah takes medical malpractice 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 Sarah agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Sarah Ellen Sellers — employment lawyer in New York
Sarah Ellen Sellers is an attorney based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Litigation. Sarah has over 14 years of legal experience.
Sarah Ellen Sellers is a lawyer practicing litigation, employment / labor, professional liability & services and 1 other area of law. Sarah received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 2008, and has been licensed for 14 years. Sarah practices in New York, NY.
How Sarah handles employment matters
Sarah Ellen Sellers is a lawyer practicing litigation, employment / labor, professional liability & services and 1 other area of law. Sarah received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 2008, and has been licensed for 14 years. Sarah practices in New York, NY.
The kind of cases Sarah takes
Sarah reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, general, and litigation matters across New York.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
New York Law School
J.D. · 2011
Northwestern University
B.A. · 2008
Jurisdictions
Sarah's state bar admissions
New York U.S. Distri
2012 · ACTIVE
Sarah studied at J.D. in New York Law School and B.A. in Northwestern University.
Law school and academic background
Sarah completed J.D. in New York Law School and B.A. in Northwestern University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sarah runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Sarah's professional memberships and bar associations
Memberships & Affiliations New York County Lawyers Association American Bar Association New York State Bar Association
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Locations
Sarah Ellen Sellers's office in New York
Sarah's primary office is at 800 3rd Ave Fl 18, New York, NY, 10022-7611. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Sarah Ellen Sellers — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sarah usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sarah charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sarah'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; Sarah 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 Sarah
Sarah 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. Sarah confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sarah'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 Sarah Ellen Sellers
How much does it cost to hire Sarah for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sarah walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sarah offer a free consultation?
Sarah charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sarah's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Sarah'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. Sarah gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sarah take my case if I'm outside New York?
Sarah 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 — Sarah 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 Sarah?
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. Sarah will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sarah accepting new employment clients right now?
Sarah'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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