Umar Farooq — Licensed Attorney
Over 23 years of legal practice
New, NY
Practicing law in New York since 2003.
- 23+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Umar Farooq is an attorney based in New York, NY. Umar has over 23 years of legal experience.
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- New York, NY
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- Over 23 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Umar Farooq: Umar Farooq is an attorney based in New York, NY. Umar has over 23 years of legal experience.
Biography
About Umar Farooq — Over 23 years of New York legal experience
Umar Farooq is an attorney based in New York, NY. Umar has over 23 years of legal experience.
Umar Farooq is a lawyer. Umar has been licensed for 23 years. Umar practices in New York, NY.
Clients Umar works with
Umar reviews new inquiries case-by-case across a general legal practice across New York.
Jurisdictions
Umar's state bar admissions
New York
2003 · ACTIVE
Locations
Umar Farooq's office in New York
Umar's primary office is at 383 Madison Ave Fl 35, New York, NY, 10017-3217. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Umar Farooq — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new legal attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Umar usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Umar charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Umar'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; Umar will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a legal attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many legal 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 Umar
Umar discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in legal practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every legal 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. Umar confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Umar's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many legal practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Umar Farooq
How much does it cost to hire Umar for a legal case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Umar walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Umar offer a free consultation?
Umar charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Umar's office. Some legal attorneys offer free consults — check Umar's current terms during booking.
How long do legal cases in New York typically take?
Simple legal 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. Umar gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Umar take my case if I'm outside New York?
Umar 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 — Umar 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 Umar?
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. Umar will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Umar accepting new legal clients right now?
Umar's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
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