Susan J. Finkenberg, General Attorney in Tarrytown, New York
Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on General and Insurance
Associate
Tarrytown, NY
Practicing general in Tarrytown since 1986.
- 40+
- Years practicing
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Susan J. Finkenberg is an associate based in Tarrytown, NY. The practice focuses on General and Insurance. Susan has over 40 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Tarrytown, NY
- Experience
- over 40 years
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- General · Insurance
- Handles General and Insurance matters from Tarrytown, NY.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Susan J. Finkenberg: Susan J. Finkenberg is an associate based in Tarrytown, NY. The practice focuses on General and Insurance. Susan has over 40 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Susan takes on
Susan concentrates on general and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Susan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in Tarrytown, New York
Susan takes general matters in Tarrytown, 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 Susan agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Tarrytown, New York
Susan takes insurance matters in Tarrytown, 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 Susan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Susan J. Finkenberg — general lawyer in Tarrytown
Susan J. Finkenberg is an associate based in Tarrytown, NY. The practice focuses on General and Insurance. Susan has over 40 years of legal experience.
Susan J. Finkenberg is a lawyer practicing automobile, construction, dram shop liability and 2 other areas of law. Susan received a B.F.A. degree from New York University Tisch School of the Arts in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years. Susan practices in Tarrytown, NY.
Susan's approach to general cases
Susan J. Finkenberg is a lawyer practicing automobile, construction, dram shop liability and 2 other areas of law. Susan received a B.F.A. degree from New York University Tisch School of the Arts in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years. Susan practices in Tarrytown, NY.
The kind of cases Susan takes
Susan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and insurance matters in Tarrytown and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Brooklyn Law School
J.D. · 1985
New York University Tisch School of the Arts
B.F.A. · 1982
Jurisdictions
Susan's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
2010 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2010 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1991 · ACTIVE
New York
1986 · ACTIVE
Susan studied at J.D. in Brooklyn Law School and B.F.A. in New York University Tisch School of the Arts.
Law school and academic background
Susan completed J.D. in Brooklyn Law School and B.F.A. in New York University Tisch School of the Arts. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Susan runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Susan J. Finkenberg's office in Tarrytown
Susan's primary office is at 580 White Plains Rd Ste 620, Tarrytown, NY, 10591-5131. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Susan J. Finkenberg — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Susan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Susan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Susan'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; Susan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Tarrytown, 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 Susan
Susan 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. Susan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Susan'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 Susan J. Finkenberg
How much does it cost to hire Susan for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Susan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Susan offer a free consultation?
Susan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Susan's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Susan'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. Susan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Susan take my case if I'm outside Tarrytown?
Susan 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 — Susan 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 Susan?
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. Susan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Susan accepting new general clients right now?
Susan'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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