
General Legal FAQ
Choosing an attorney starts with understanding the legal issue and the help you need. These questions explain how to prepare for a consultation, what to ask when hiring counsel, and how our White Plains law office assists individuals, families, and business owners throughout Westchester County. Explore the practice-specific FAQs for more detailed answers about your situation.
What legal services does the Law Office of Kevin B. Faga provide?
Kevin B. Faga, Esq., PC represents clients in criminal defense, residential and commercial real estate law, family and matrimonial law, general business law, estate planning, and elder law. Our office is in White Plains, and we serve individuals, families, property owners, and businesses throughout Westchester County. The appropriate service depends on the facts, documents, and decisions involved in your matter.
What does it mean that your firm serves as Life Attorneys?
Life Attorneys describes our approach to maintaining an ongoing relationship with clients as their legal needs change. A home purchase, marriage, business venture, estate plan, or aging parent's care can raise connected concerns. Working with counsel familiar with your circumstances can help identify those connections and keep important legal decisions consistent with your broader goals.
How do I choose an attorney in Westchester County?
Start with the type of legal issue you need to resolve. Ask about the attorney's experience with comparable matters, who will handle the work, how communication is managed, and how fees are calculated. Check the attorney's New York registration and use the consultation to evaluate whether the lawyer explains the options clearly. Location is useful, but relevant experience and a workable professional relationship also matter.
Where is your White Plains law office located?
Our office is at 222 Bloomingdale Road, Suite 202, White Plains, NY 10605. Call 914-358-1373 or contact us through the website to request an appointment. Tell the office whether you have a court date, contract deadline, or other time-sensitive concern so that the request can be assessed appropriately.
Do you work with clients throughout Westchester County?
Yes. From our White Plains office, we assist clients throughout Westchester County across our six practice areas. Where a case must be filed or a transaction handled depends on the particular issue, the people involved, and applicable jurisdictional rules. During the initial discussion, identify where the matter arose and provide any court or transaction information you already have.
How much does it cost to hire an attorney?
Fees depend on the type of matter, the work required, its complexity, and whether it involves negotiation, a transaction, or litigation. Ask how legal fees, retainers, filing expenses, and outside professional costs will be handled. Before representation begins, make sure you understand the agreed scope of work and the applicable fee arrangements. A quoted legal fee may not include every third-party expense.
What should I bring to a legal consultation?
Bring the documents that explain the issue, a short timeline, the names of the people or businesses involved, and a list of questions. Useful records may include court papers, contracts, deeds, financial statements, prior agreements, or existing estate documents. Tell the office about deadlines when scheduling. Ask how documents should be provided before sending sensitive information.
When should I contact an attorney about an urgent legal issue?
Contact counsel promptly when you receive court papers, learn of an investigation, face a contract deadline, or need authority to act for an incapacitated family member. Waiting can reduce the available options. Give the office the actual dates and copies of relevant notices. Submitting an inquiry does not extend a deadline or confirm that the firm has accepted responsibility for the matter.
How can I schedule a consultation, and is there a consultation fee?
Call 914-358-1373 or submit the contact form on our website to request a consultation. Briefly identify the practice area and any upcoming deadline. The office can confirm consultation fees, appointment availability, and available meeting arrangements before the appointment is arranged. Providing a short description helps the office understand the purpose of your request.
Who will handle my matter and keep me informed?
Ask at the outset who will be responsible for legal strategy, document preparation, court appearances, and routine updates. Also clarify how to submit questions and how urgent information should be communicated. Understanding those responsibilities helps establish practical expectations and ensures that significant developments, new documents, and approaching deadlines reach the appropriate person.
Does submitting a website form make the firm my attorney?
No. A website inquiry alone does not establish an attorney-client relationship or confirm that the firm will take your matter. The office must review the request, consider potential conflicts, and agree to the representation. Until that happens, continue protecting your deadlines and do not assume that a hearing, filing, or transaction is being handled for you.
Should I send confidential documents with my first inquiry?
Start with a brief description, the names needed to check for conflicts, and any relevant deadlines. Ask the office how to provide sensitive records before sending detailed personal, financial, medical, or business information. Existing clients should follow the firm's instructions for document delivery and communication. Avoid using a shared work account or device for sensitive personal legal matters when privacy is a concern.
Can I seek a second opinion if I already have an attorney?
You can generally consult another lawyer about your concerns. Bring the relevant documents, current deadlines, and information about the existing representation. A second opinion does not automatically change your attorney of record or transfer responsibility for the case. If you decide to change counsel, address the file transfer, fees, and any required court approval without disrupting scheduled proceedings.
Can one legal issue affect another part of my life?
Yes. A divorce may affect a business or estate plan; an arrest may create employment and parenting concerns; and a property transfer may affect elder law planning. Explain the broader circumstances rather than presenting each document in isolation. Our practice spans several related areas, allowing us to identify issues that may require coordinated advice or additional counsel.
Can an attorney guarantee the result of my case?
No responsible assessment can promise a particular ruling, negotiated agreement, dismissal, or financial result. Outcomes depend on evidence, applicable law, the other parties, and decisions outside the lawyer's control. A useful consultation should explain the available approaches, important uncertainties, and likely next steps. Prior results and client reviews do not establish what will happen in your matter.
Do all legal disputes have to go to trial?
No. Some disputes can be resolved through negotiation, mediation, or a written settlement. Others require court intervention to protect rights or obtain enforceable relief. Whether an agreement is appropriate depends on the facts, the other party's position, and the consequences of the proposed terms. Preparing carefully for litigation can also help counsel evaluate settlement options.
How can I find a personal injury lawyer in White Plains?
Look for an attorney whose practice includes the type of accident or injury involved. Ask who will investigate the claim, how fees and litigation expenses work, and what deadlines may apply. A county bar association referral service can help identify counsel. Our firm's practice focuses on criminal defense, real estate, family law, business law, estate planning, and elder law. Seek counsel who can assess the injury claim directly.
How can I find an immigration lawyer in Westchester County?
Look for a licensed attorney who regularly handles the immigration issue involved, such as a visa application, removal proceeding, or citizenship matter. Verify credentials and ask about relevant experience. Immigration is not among our six listed practice areas. If a criminal or family matter also raises immigration concerns, tell your attorney early so that advice from appropriate immigration counsel can be coordinated.
How do existing clients access the client portal?
Use the Client Login link on our website to reach the firm's MyCase portal, and follow the account instructions provided by the office. If you cannot sign in or are unsure how a document should be shared, contact the office for assistance. For an approaching court date or urgent development, use the communication method the firm has instructed you to use.
Can I contact the firm if I do not know which practice area applies?
Yes. Describe the situation in ordinary language, explain the decision you face, and identify any documents or deadlines. You do not need to diagnose the legal issue before requesting a consultation. The initial review can help determine whether the matter falls within our practice and whether it involves more than one area of law.

