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Stephanie Marie Caffera, Employment Attorney in Rochester, New York

Over 33 years of legal practice · focused on Employment and Health Care · 4.6/5 rating from 6 verified client reviews

PartneratNixon Peabody LLP

Rochester, NY

Practicing employment in Rochester since 1993.

33+
Years practicing
4.6 ★
6 client reviews
1
Bar admission

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Stephanie Marie Caffera is a partner based in Rochester, NY. The practice focuses on Employment and Health Care. Stephanie has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 6 client reviews.

Based in
Rochester, NY
Experience
over 33 years
Known for
Employment · Health Care
  • Handles Employment and Health Care matters from Rochester, NY.
  • Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with BV Distinguished.

About Stephanie Marie Caffera: Stephanie Marie Caffera is a partner based in Rochester, NY. The practice focuses on Employment and Health Care. Stephanie has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 6 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Stephanie takes on

Stephanie concentrates on employment and health care. Each area below outlines the kind of case Stephanie handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Rochester, New York

Stephanie takes employment matters in Rochester, 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 Stephanie agrees to represent you.

Health Care cases in Rochester, New York

Stephanie takes health care matters in Rochester, 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 Stephanie agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Stephanie Marie Caffera — employment lawyer in Rochester

Stephanie Marie Caffera is a partner based in Rochester, NY. The practice focuses on Employment and Health Care. Stephanie has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 6 client reviews.

Stephanie Marie Caffera is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, health care. Stephanie received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1987, and has been licensed for 33 years. Stephanie practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in Rochester, NY.

How Stephanie handles employment matters

Stephanie Marie Caffera is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, health care. Stephanie received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1987, and has been licensed for 33 years. Stephanie practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in Rochester, NY.

The kind of cases Stephanie takes

Stephanie reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and health care matters in Rochester and the surrounding New York area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Syracuse University College of Law

    J.D. · 1992

  • Cornell University

    B.A. · 1987

Jurisdictions

Stephanie's state bar admissions

  • New York

    1993 · ACTIVE

Stephanie studied at J.D. in Syracuse University College of Law and B.A. in Cornell University.

Law school and academic background

Stephanie completed J.D. in Syracuse University College of Law and B.A. in Cornell University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Stephanie runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Stephanie has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Affiliations

Stephanie's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Monroe County, New York State and American (Member, Labor and Employment Law Section) Bar Associations

    membership

Locations

Stephanie Marie Caffera's office in Rochester

Stephanie's primary office is at 1300 Clinton Square, , Rochester, NY, 14604. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Nixon Peabody LLP

1300 Clinton Square,

Rochester, NY 14604

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Stephanie Marie Caffera — 4.6/5 rating from 6 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Stephanie. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Rochester.

4.6

6 client reviews

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Hiring guide

How to hire Stephanie Marie Caffera — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Stephanie charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephanie'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; Stephanie will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Rochester, 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 Stephanie

Stephanie 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. Stephanie confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Stephanie'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 Stephanie Marie Caffera

  • How much does it cost to hire Stephanie for a employment case?

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

  • Does Stephanie offer a free consultation?

    Stephanie charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephanie's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Stephanie'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. Stephanie gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Stephanie take my case if I'm outside Rochester?

    Stephanie 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 — Stephanie 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 Stephanie?

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

  • Is Stephanie accepting new employment clients right now?

    Stephanie'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 Rochester and Albany in New York

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