Sonia Renee Griffin, General Attorney in Brooklyn, New York
Over 28 years of legal practice · focused on General, Insurance, and Litigation
Brooklyn, NY
Practicing general in Brooklyn since 1998.
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Sonia Renee Griffin is an attorney based in Brooklyn, NY. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Litigation. Sonia has over 28 years of legal experience.
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- Brooklyn, NY
- Experience
- over 28 years
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- General · Insurance · Litigation
- Handles General, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Brooklyn, NY.
- Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Sonia Renee Griffin: Sonia Renee Griffin is an attorney based in Brooklyn, NY. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Litigation. Sonia has over 28 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Sonia Renee Griffin
Sonia concentrates on general, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sonia handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General
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Insurance
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Litigation
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General cases in Brooklyn, New York
Sonia takes general matters in Brooklyn, 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 Sonia agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Brooklyn, New York
Sonia takes insurance matters in Brooklyn, 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 Sonia agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Brooklyn, New York
Sonia takes litigation matters in Brooklyn, 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 Sonia agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Sonia Renee Griffin — Over 28 years of New York general experience
Sonia Renee Griffin is an attorney based in Brooklyn, NY. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Litigation. Sonia has over 28 years of legal experience.
Sonia Renee Griffin is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance defense, general practice. Sonia received a B.A. degree from John Jay College of Criminal Justice of the City University of New York in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years. Sonia practices in Brooklyn, NY.
Working with Sonia on a general matter
Sonia Renee Griffin is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance defense, general practice. Sonia received a B.A. degree from John Jay College of Criminal Justice of the City University of New York in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years. Sonia practices in Brooklyn, NY.
Clients Sonia works with
Sonia reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, insurance, and litigation matters in Brooklyn and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Sonia Renee Griffin's legal education and bar admissions
Brooklyn Law School
J.D. · 1998
John Jay College of Criminal Justice of the City University of New York
B.A. · 1993
Jurisdictions
Sonia's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1999 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1999 · ACTIVE
New York
1998 · ACTIVE
Sonia studied at J.D. in Brooklyn Law School and B.A. in John Jay College of Criminal Justice of the City University of New York.
Law school and academic background
Sonia completed J.D. in Brooklyn Law School and B.A. in John Jay College of Criminal Justice of the City University of New York. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sonia runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Sonia's professional memberships and bar associations
New York State and American Bar Associations Association of Black Women Attorneys
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Locations
Sonia Renee Griffin's office in Brooklyn
Sonia's primary office is at 360 Adams St, Brooklyn, NY, 11201-3707. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Sonia Renee Griffin — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sonia usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sonia charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sonia'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; Sonia will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Brooklyn, New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Sonia
Sonia discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Sonia confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sonia's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Sonia Renee Griffin
How much does it cost to hire Sonia for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sonia walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sonia offer a free consultation?
Sonia charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sonia's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Sonia's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in New York typically take?
Simple general 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. Sonia gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sonia take my case if I'm outside Brooklyn?
Sonia 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 — Sonia 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 Sonia?
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. Sonia will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sonia accepting new general clients right now?
Sonia'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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