Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Arts
New York attorney since 1974
Experience earned.
Judgment refined.
More than five decades of New York legal experience, grounded in preparation, discipline, and personal attention.
01 A career in service
Paul William Siegert
Seasoned counsel.
Personal representation.
Paul W. Siegert has practiced law in New York since 1974. A graduate of Wesleyan University and New York University School of Law, he brings the perspective of a long legal career to every matter he accepts.
Clients work directly with Paul. His approach is straightforward: understand the facts, prepare carefully, communicate candidly, and pursue a sound legal strategy tailored to the dispute at hand.
02 Milestones
Career milestones
United States Navy
Vietnam-era service, including aboard USS New Jersey (BB-62)
New York University
School of Law, Juris Doctor
New York Bar
Admitted to practice in the State of New York
Five decades of perspective
Independent counsel for clients facing consequential disputes
03 Legal services
Focused representation
Clear thinking when
the stakes are real.
For more than five decades, Paul has represented New Yorkers in courtroom disputes and consequential personal, property, and business matters.
Criminal Defense
Defense counsel for individuals facing criminal accusations and court proceedings.
Family Law
Practical, discreet representation in divorce and family-related disputes.
Real Estate
Guidance in property transactions, agreements, and real estate disputes.
Landlord–Tenant Matters
Representation in lease, rent, possession, and eviction-related proceedings.
Civil Litigation
Strategic counsel from early case assessment through motions, trial, and appeal.
04 Military service
Discipline under pressure
A commitment to service, carried forward.
Before entering the law, Paul served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War, including service aboard the battleship USS New Jersey (BB-62). That background informs a professional approach centered on preparation, resolve, and responsibility.
Learn more about Paul’s Navy service and the history of USS New Jersey.
Read the documented service history ↗05 A considered approach
From first conversation to resolution
Every matter begins with understanding.
Legal disputes are rarely simple. A disciplined process helps separate urgency from noise and gives each decision a sound foundation.
Listen
Understand the history, the people involved, and what a workable outcome means to the client.
Assess
Review documents, identify the legal and factual issues, and discuss the practical risks.
Prepare
Develop a strategy suited to the matter, with careful attention to evidence, deadlines, and procedure.
Advocate
Pursue the chosen course with clear communication and readiness for negotiation, motion practice, or trial.
06 Legal information
Practical perspectives
Before the next step.
Litigation · 7 min read
What to Expect in a New York Civil Lawsuit
A plain-language overview of pleadings, discovery, motions, trial, and resolution.
Read article ↗ Getting Started · 5 min readPreparing for Your First Meeting With a Litigation Attorney
The documents, timeline, and questions that can make an initial consultation more useful.
Read article ↗ Evidence · 6 min readPreserving Records After a Business Dispute Arises
Why emails, contracts, messages, and ordinary business records may matter later.
Read article ↗07 Before you call
Prepare with confidence
Make the first conversation count.
A clear timeline, complete documents, and the right questions help counsel understand the matter sooner. Use the practical checklist or review answers to common questions before contacting the office.
08 Contact
Start a conversation
Discuss your matter directly with experienced counsel.
To inquire about representation, call the office. Please do not send confidential information until an attorney-client relationship has been confirmed.
Call(516) 836-0336Emailinfo@paulsiegertlaw.comOffice 1
38-08 Union Street, Unit 9D
Flushing, NY
Office 2
34-36 Union Street, Suite 205
Flushing, NY 11354