The Law Office of Yelena Kalika

This lawyer is licensed to practice in New York and has no record of discipline from the New York bar association.*

Firm Overview

Main Office

Main
1375 Broadway Floor 3
New York NY 10018

Phone

(646) 707-2226

Websites

http://kalikalaw.com

Fees

Free Initial Consultation?

Free initial consultation (60 minutes).

Services Offered For Fixed Fees?

Chapter 7 bankruptcy is done of a flat fee of $1000 plus court fees.
Chapter 13 bankruptcy is done on a flat fee of $3000 plus court fees.
Mention Nolo for a 10% discount.

Hourly Rates

For those matters not done on a flat fee basis, hourly rate is $150 per hour.

Office Information

Office Hours

Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Office Manager

No.

Emergency After Hours

Yes

Languages Spoken

I speak Russian and Ukrainian.

Is your firm willing to help a client with one discrete part of a case, without taking on the whole case?

Yes, depending on a case.

What are your policies about dividing work within the firm to make the process most cost-effective for the client?

All work is done by an attorney.

How frequently does your firm use mediation, arbitration, or collaborative law to resolve cases?

Alternative dispute resolution always attempted when beneficial to client's matter.

Does your firm provide pro bono legal services or otherwise participate in your community?

I assist non-profit organizations in writing grant applications.

What distinguishes your law firm from others?

I devote considerable time and energy in getting to know my clients in order to understand and address what my clients are really dealing with and what kind of services they expect from their lawyer. I am committed to helping my clients live a debt free life.

What is your firm's point of view regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

My role as attorney is to educate clients concerning the legal issues they face and to assist them in successfully navigating their challenges. I also consider it to be an important part of my job to educate my clients about managing their finances in a responsible way and living debt free lives.

Is your firm willing to review documents prepared by clients?

Yes

Is your firm willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

Yes. An hourly fee of $150 will apply.

Yelena Kalika

My practice primarily focuses on Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy and consumer debt issues in the State of New York, as well as business law and grant writing.