Established 1987 · New York

Justice, Precisely Argued.

For over three decades, Vance & Harlow has delivered relentless legal advocacy for individuals, families, and enterprises navigating complex disputes.

2,400+
Cases Won
98%
Client Satisfaction
36yr
In Practice
Attorney at work in courtroom
New York Bar
AV™
Martindale Preeminent
Practice Areas

Every case.
Handled with
conviction.

All Practice Areas

From individual rights to corporate mandates, our attorneys bring deep domain expertise and a track record of decisive outcomes to every matter we take on.

01

Corporate & Commercial

Mergers, acquisitions, contract disputes, regulatory compliance, and shareholder litigation for businesses of every scale.

M&A Disputes Compliance
02

Civil Litigation

High-stakes courtroom advocacy for complex civil disputes, class actions, and multi-party litigation across all jurisdictions.

Trial Work Appeals Arbitration
03

Family Law

Divorce, custody, adoption, and domestic agreements handled with sensitivity, discretion, and firmness when it counts.

Divorce Custody Adoption
04

Personal Injury

Aggressive pursuit of fair compensation for victims of accidents, medical negligence, and workplace injuries.

Auto Accidents Med-Mal Workers' Comp
05

Real Estate

Commercial transactions, property disputes, landlord-tenant, zoning, and development agreements — navigated expertly.

Transactions Disputes Zoning
06

Criminal Defense

Rigorous defense from investigation through verdict — protecting your rights against state and federal prosecutions.

Federal State White Collar
How We Work

From first call
to final verdict.

Legal proceedings can be overwhelming. We built a five-stage process that keeps you informed, protected, and confident at every turn — from your first consultation to the resolution you deserve.

No-Win, No-Fee Available
For personal injury and select civil matters, we work on a contingency basis — you pay nothing unless we secure a favorable outcome.
Start Your Case

  1. Free Consultation

    A confidential conversation with a senior attorney to understand the merits of your case, your options, and the right path forward.

    30–60 minutes

  2. Case Assessment

    In-depth review of documents, evidence, and legal precedents. We assess risk, opportunity, and frame a winning strategy.

    3–7 business days

  3. Strategy & Agreement

    We present our legal strategy in clear language, agree on a fee structure, and sign an engagement letter with full transparency.

    Same week

  4. Active Representation

    Filings, negotiations, discovery, depositions, and hearings — your dedicated team handles every procedural step with precision.

    Duration varies

  5. Resolution & Beyond

    Settlement, verdict, or dismissal — we secure the best possible outcome and guide post-resolution steps, including appeals if warranted.

    Outcome guaranteed
Client Voices

Results that
speak
for themselves.

4.9
From 847 verified reviews
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They didn't just win my case — they made me understand every step. After a devastating car accident, Vance & Harlow recovered three times what I expected.
Marcus T.
Personal Injury · 2024
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Our company faced a hostile acquisition attempt. Harlow's corporate team neutralized every move within weeks. Decisive, strategic, and utterly professional.
Sandra L., CEO
Corporate Defense · 2023
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Navigating custody with young children is brutal. My attorney was steady, warm, and relentless in court. I kept my kids. That's everything.
James R.
Family Law · 2024
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Federal charges that could have ended my career. They built a defense that exposed every procedural flaw in the prosecution's case. Acquitted.
David N.
Criminal Defense · 2023
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Commercial real estate deals involve enormous complexity. The Vance team handled every clause and contingency without a single misstep. I'll never use anyone else.
Amara K.
Real Estate · 2024
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Wrongful termination after 14 years at the firm. Vance & Harlow secured a settlement that honored my career, my dignity, and my future.
Priya S.
Employment Law · 2024
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deserves a
fighter.

The first conversation costs nothing. Schedule your free, confidential consultation today and let us tell you what's possible.

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