Legal help that feels human.
Clear scope, clear pricing, and a lawyer who answers your questions in plain English. Real estate closings, estate planning, business law, trademarks and copyrights, and mediation, handled by an award-winning attorney with 20 years of experience.
The problem with mostlegal help
You shouldn't need a law degree to understand your own legal work. Too many people hire a lawyer without knowing what it will cost, what they're getting, or when they'll hear back. That uncertainty is stressful, and it's avoidable.
Why clients choose Gailliard Law
Legal help from wherever you are
Gailliard Law is a virtual law firm. We meet by phone or video, so there's no commute, no parking, and no waiting room. You can reach me from your home, your office, or your phone.
You know the price before we start
Most services are flat-fee, with exactly what's included spelled out. If your matter needs more, I tell you and quote it before any extra work begins.
Fair prices, because of how I practice
A virtual practice means lower overhead than a traditional downtown office, and that helps me keep my fees clear and reasonable.
You get plain English
I explain your options, the risks, and what I recommend, without the legalese.
You work directly with an experienced attorney
Twenty years of practice, an awardwinning record, and admission to practice in New York State and the federal courts for the Northern and Eastern Districts of New York.
One firm for the moments that matter
Buying a home, protecting your family, starting a business, protecting your brand, or resolving a dispute: you don't have to start over with a new lawyer each time.
All consultations include a non-refundable fee of $100.
Hi, I'm Glinnesa Gailliard, and I'm glad you're here.
For 20 years, I've helped individuals, investors, and business owners through the moments that matter most: buying and selling property, protecting their families, forming and growing businesses, and defending what they've built. I'm an award-winning attorney, and I bring that same care to every matter, whether it's a first will or a federal trademark case.
Gailliard Law is a virtual boutique law firm based in Albany, NY. I built it that way on purpose: you get a skilled attorney's full attention without the office visits, the travel, or the overhead. I started it because I believe legal help should be clear, kind, and fairly priced.
That means no mystery about what you're paying for, no jargon, and no disappearing act after you hire me. You'll know what's included, what it costs, and what comes next before we start. And when something unexpected comes up, as it sometimes does in real estate, business, and life, you'll hear it from me first, along with a plan.
Admissions
- Admitted to practice in the State of New York
- U.S. District Courts for the Northern & Eastern Districts of New York
Recognition
- Women Means Business Award, Albany Business Review (2025)
- Albany Law School BLSA Award (2024)
- Northeast BLSA Award (2018)
- New Lawyer Award, CDWBA (2009)
How we work
Schedule a consultation
Meet with me by phone or video from wherever you are, and tell me what's going on. You'll leave knowing your options and which service fits.
Get a clear scope and price
For most services, the fee is a flat fee, so you know what you're paying for before we begin.
Sign your engagement letter
It puts the scope and the fee in writing, so we're both clear on what happens next.
I get to work
You'll hear from me at each step, in plain English, until it's done.
Services and pricing
Real estate closings
A closing is one of the largest financial transactions most people ever make. I review the contract, handle the title work, and represent you at the closing, for a fee you know up front
Individual buyers and sellers:
$750
For a person buying or selling their primary residence. A basic closing includes:
- Initial review of your contract of sale
- Title request (where applicable) and review of the title report
- Representation at your closing
If additional negotiation is needed:
$1,000
If your transaction calls for additional negotiation, such as inspection issues or basic title work, the fee increases by a flat $250. It's the same $250 whether one issue comes up or several.
Investors:
$1,000
For a person or entity buying or selling real property that will not be their primary residence. The same basic closing, including any additional negotiation, for one flat fee.
Matters that go beyond the above, such as title defects requiring curative action, extended or repeated closing dates, evictions, or disputes, are quoted before work begins.
Estate Planning
Make your own decisions now, so the court and state law don't make them for you later. Without a plan, state law decides who inherits your property, and a court decides who cares for your minor children. A will or trust puts those choices in your hands.
| Package | Fee |
|---|---|
| Individual | $750 |
| Couple | $1,200 |
| Family with minor children | $1,500 |
| Package | Fee |
|---|---|
| Individual | Starting at $2,000 |
| Couple | Starting at $2,800 |
| Family with minor children | Starting at $3,500 |
Business Law
Start your business on solid ground, and protect it as it grows. The right entity, agreements, and policies can prevent costly disputes. When a dispute does happen, you have an advocate who already knows your business.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Single-member LLC formation with operating agreement | $1,250 |
| Multi-member LLC formation with operating agreement | $1,750 |
| Corporation formation with bylaws and shareholder agreement | $1,750 |
| Nonprofit formation with bylaws, conflict-of-interest policy, and whistleblower policy | $2,000 |
| 501(c)(3) tax-exemption application | $1,500 |
| Contract drafting (service, vendor, independent contractor) | Starting at $750 |
| Contract review | Starting at $400 |
Trademarks
Your brand is one of the most valuable things you own. Protect it before someone else claims it. From clearance search to registration to enforcement, one attorney guides you through every step.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Clearance search and risk opinion | $500 |
| Application filing (includes an office action response of up to 2 hours) | $1,500 |
| Each additional class | $400 |
| Office action response beyond 2 hours | $500 |
| Maintenance filings | $450 |
| Annual monitoring service | $350 / year |
Copyrights
Your original work deserves protection. I help you register your copyrights, license or transfer them on clear terms, and take action when someone uses your work without permission.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Registration | $450 |
| License or assignment agreement | Starting at $750 |
| Cease-and-desist or DMCA takedown letter | $500 |
| Infringement beyond a letter | Quoted in advance |
Commercial Mediation & Arbitration
When a dispute needs a neutral, a structured, private process can help the parties resolve it without the time and expense of a court case. I bring 20 years of legal experience to every session as a neutral mediator or arbitrator in commercial disputes.
Questions you may have
What happens in the $100 consultation?
Are the flat fees really flat?
What if I'm not sure which service I need?
Do I have to come to your office?
Ready to get started?
You don't have to figure this out alone. Book a consultation, tell me what's going on, and leave with a clear next step and a lawyer who explains it in plain English.
Schedule a ConsultationGet in Touch
Have a question or want to inquire before scheduling? Reach out below or contact the office directly.
Address
Gailliard Law
1475 Western Avenue, Ste. 51-3875
Albany, NY 12203
Phone
518-362-7929
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