Frequently Asked Questions

If you are involved in a dispute over real estate, a business relationship, an estate, or a contract — and the other side is unwilling to resolve it reasonably — litigation may be necessary. Early legal strategy significantly affects outcomes. A business partner refusing to honor an agreement, a co-owner refusing to sell, a fiduciary mishandling estate assets, or a real estate transaction that has broken down are all situations where retaining a litigation attorney early can make a meaningful difference.

Litigation is billed hourly because it is the only fair method — you pay only for actual time spent on your case. A flat fee is not appropriate for litigation because the amount of work is never fully predictable. The opposing side can file more motions, demand more discovery, or prolong proceedings, all of which affect total cost. You receive a detailed monthly statement showing exactly what was done and how long it took. Before the matter begins, you will receive a realistic cost range based on similar cases.

Yes. Clients frequently retain Sondak Law Group specifically to handle appeals after a case has been litigated by another attorney. Appellate work involves reviewing the trial record, identifying legal errors, drafting appellate briefs, and arguing before the First or Second Department Appellate Division. If you believe the trial court made an error of law or procedure, an appeal may be worth pursuing.

All legal work is handled personally by Alisa Sondak. Every brief, motion, and legal paper is drafted by her directly. Unlike larger firms where cases are handed off to junior associates at various stages, Ms. Sondak oversees every matter from the initial consultation through motion practice, settlement negotiations, trial, and appeal. This ensures consistent strategy and direct communication throughout.

Sondak Law Group appears before the New York Supreme Court, Surrogate’s Court, and the Appellate Divisions of the First and Second Departments. The firm is also admitted in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York and the Eastern District of New York for federal matters.