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Carolyn E. Hansen, Esq., Attorney At Law & Mediator
I am Carolyn E. Hansen and I am a New York attorney based in Stone Ridge, in the Hudson Valley with easy access to New York City and Albany, NY, and have extensive experience in the United States and overseas. I started my private practice in 1988, first in Greater China and then in New York State.

Before then I was in-house international counsel for over a decade for major multinational US corporations, responsible for a wide variety of international business matters and US and international trade law. I operate a hands-on practice as a lawyer and an expert in alternative dispute resolution at the national and international levels.
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Since 1974, I have served clients all over the world in a variety of legal matters. I focus on holistic legal service and cross-cultural sensitivity. With a reputation for effective advocacy and a track record of success, you can trust me to take care of you and to put your interests first. If you are seeking legal representation in Ulster County, then you can have confidence choosing my firm, Carolyn E. Hansen, Esq.
As a New York County lawyer, I have been able to help clients throughout New York and around the world reach agreements through alternative dispute resolution methods such as mediation and arbitration. At my office - Carolyn E. Hansen, Esq. Attorney at Law & Mediator - you can rest assured that I am ready to do everything in my power to help you achieve a holistic and healing resolution that avoids litigation if at all possible.
Arbitration is a method of alternative dispute resolution that allows both parties to have their say and to discuss their differences in a non-courtroom setting under the supervision of a neutral third party, or "arbitrator." After hearing all of the information and receiving the opinions of both sides, the arbitrator then is able to rule on the issue.
I became a lawyer because the skills developed in law training have many applications and I wanted to have flexibility in developing my career. I also believed that understanding and being able to work with our legal system would allow me to accomplish whatever objectives I might set. Before law school I was fascinated with international studies, political science, and foreign cultures.
When you consult with the firm of Carolyn E. Hansen, Esq. Attorney at Law & Mediator, to handle your legal matters in Kingston, Ulster County, New York, and New York City you will thoughtfully heard and supported in accomplishing your objectives.

As an experienced and accomplished New York attorney, mediator, and arbitrator who operates in New York City, Ulster County and Albany with principal office near Kingston, Carolyn has handled a broad range of international and domestic legal matters over the course of her law practice.She studied law in the United States and in Europe.
Reviews (6)
Veronica Prevete
Veronica Prevete
Sep 21, 2019
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Carolyn is a true professional and has worked tirelessly and some times with out proper payment because that is just the kind of person she is and words alone don't do this review proper justice ! I would recommend her to friends family and co workers and plan to use her again ! In he future thanks Carolyn !
Bryon
Bryon
Dec 09, 2018
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Stay as far away as possible. Lacks attention to details and has bad business practices. I signed an agreement for $950 for real estate closing services. She added $350 overages and itemized them as “word processing, printing, and copying services”. I asked for details of what was done and she never responded back to me. You’ve been warned!!!
Mary Beth Pfeiffer
Mary Beth Pfeiffer
Nov 25, 2018
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I highly recommend Ms. Hansen. Since posting a review awhile back, I have hired Ms. Hansen to handle two more real estate transactions in addition to my three previous ones. I rely on her knowledge, attention to detail and efficiency. She is organized and aware of potential pitfalls. Just the things you want from a lawyer. She has protected my interests and then some. She can be counted on to do what a lawyer should do.
Wendy Wolosoff-Hayes
Wendy Wolosoff-Hayes
Nov 09, 2018
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Carolyn Hansen handled the purchase of my house with experience and competence. She was aware of more pitfalls than I was (Oh, thank you!) and took steps to keep me from falling in. She handled negotiations with a trustee, and worked out the financial details to my benefit. I am entirely satisfied with her work, and will not hesitate to work with her again.
Jill Diamond
Jill Diamond
Oct 05, 2018
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I learned of Ms. Hansen via an internet search for an attorney in our area. My sister, nearing death, wanted to create a Trust and ancillary estate planning documents. I contacted Ms. Hansen and made an appointment for her to come to our home where, after consulting with us, my sister and I together agreed to retain her. When she returned with the documents, it was clear that they were boiler plate/fill in the blanks legal forms, as another clients name appeared where my sister's name should have been printed. This necessitated crossing out and initialing the name changes. After my sister died
Anthony Covello
Anthony Covello
Jul 20, 2018
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Carolyn facilitated a commerical real estate closing for me last month. She was entirely professional and what impressed me most was her attention to the smallest of details. I would certainly recommend her to my friends and family.