Atty. Simone Handfield
Simone Handfield is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, litigation, lawsuits / disputes. Simone received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1992, and has been licensed for 30 years.
Labor and Employment & More Attorney · Serving White Plains, NY · 30+ Years Experience
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About Simone Handfield at a Glance
Simone Handfield is a employment and litigation attorney based in White Plains, New York. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1996), New York (1997), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1997), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1997). Educated at Syracuse University (J.D., 1996) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (B.A., 1992). Active member of New York State (Member, Labor and Employment Section) and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in White Plains, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Simone Handfield
- Simone Handfield is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, litigation, lawsuits / disputes
- Simone received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1992, and has been licensed for 30 years
- Simone practices in White Plains, NY
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Simone Handfield's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Simone Handfield handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in White Plains.
Employment Law in White Plains
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Simone Handfield is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New York →
Civil Litigation in White Plains
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in White Plains
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in White Plains are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
White Plains Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a White Plains-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in White Plains Choose Simone Handfield
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Simone Handfield's practice in the field of employment and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Simone Handfield brings 30+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Connecticut, New York, and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, Simone Handfield can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment and litigation, Simone Handfield can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in White Plains
A White Plains-based practice means Simone Handfield attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Simone Handfield Handles in White Plains
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Simone Handfield has experience with under New York law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Simone Handfield directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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