Yuri Y Gottesman, ADR Attorney in Berkeley, California
Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on ADR and Bankruptcy
Berkeley, CA
Practicing adr in Berkeley since 2009.
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Yuri Y Gottesman is an attorney based in Berkeley, CA. The practice focuses on ADR and Bankruptcy. Yuri has over 17 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Berkeley, CA
- Experience
- over 17 years
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- ADR · Bankruptcy
- Handles ADR and Bankruptcy matters from Berkeley, CA.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Yuri Y Gottesman: Yuri Y Gottesman is an attorney based in Berkeley, CA. The practice focuses on ADR and Bankruptcy. Yuri has over 17 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Yuri takes on
Yuri concentrates on adr and bankruptcy. Each area below outlines the kind of case Yuri handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR cases in Berkeley, California
Yuri takes adr matters in Berkeley, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Yuri agrees to represent you.
Bankruptcy cases in Berkeley, California
Yuri takes bankruptcy matters in Berkeley, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Yuri agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Yuri Y Gottesman — adr lawyer in Berkeley
Yuri Y Gottesman is an attorney based in Berkeley, CA. The practice focuses on ADR and Bankruptcy. Yuri has over 17 years of legal experience.
Yuri Y Gottesman is a lawyer practicing labor arbitrations and collective bargaining negotiations, bankruptcy. Yuri received a degree from Wesleyan University, Middletown CT, and has been licensed for 17 years. Yuri practices in Berkeley, CA.
Working with Yuri on a adr matter
Yuri Y Gottesman is a lawyer practicing labor arbitrations and collective bargaining negotiations, bankruptcy. Yuri received a degree from Wesleyan University, Middletown CT, and has been licensed for 17 years. Yuri practices in Berkeley, CA.
Clients Yuri works with
Yuri reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr and bankruptcy matters in Berkeley and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Wesleyan University, Middletown CT Northeastern Univ SOL, Boston MA
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Jurisdictions
Yuri's state bar admissions
California
2009 · ACTIVE
Yuri studied at — in Wesleyan University, Middletown CT Northeastern Univ SOL, Boston MA.
Law school and academic background
Yuri completed — in Wesleyan University, Middletown CT Northeastern Univ SOL, Boston MA. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Yuri runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Yuri Y Gottesman's office in Berkeley
Yuri's primary office is at 1622 Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CA, 94703-2304. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Yuri Y Gottesman — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Yuri usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Yuri charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Yuri'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; Yuri will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Berkeley, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Yuri
Yuri discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Yuri confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Yuri's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Yuri Y Gottesman
How much does it cost to hire Yuri for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Yuri walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Yuri offer a free consultation?
Yuri charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Yuri's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Yuri's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in California typically take?
Simple adr 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. Yuri gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Yuri take my case if I'm outside Berkeley?
Yuri is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Yuri 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 Yuri?
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. Yuri will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Yuri accepting new adr clients right now?
Yuri's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
ADR attorneys serving Berkeley, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
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