THE BOLIN FIRM
About Ngozi E. Bolin, Esq.
The Bolin Firm’s primary objective is to help individuals and organizations resolve their legal disputes quickly and effectively. The Bolin Firm focuses on limited scope law practice in multiple areas of law including coaching other legal professionals through their claims, litigation and trial processes.
Ngozi E. Bolin, Esq.
Ms. Bolin brings over 3 decades of extensive experience in litigation, both in jury and bench trials. Educated under the British Commonwealth system and having studied at the Harvard Extension School, she has a broad legal background.
Ms. Bolin was admitted as a Barrister & Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria in 1989 and subsequently admitted to practice in the State of New York in 1991, the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, and the State of California in 2013. With decades of experience as a skilled trial lawyer, she provides consumers with a fundamental understanding of their rights at affordable unbundled rates.
Ms. Bolin’s expertise spans various areas of law, including personal injury, medical malpractice, legal malpractice, employment cases (individual and class action), negotiation of agreements, premises liability, HOA disputes, real estate matters, bankruptcy (Chapters 7 and 11), probate, estate planning, matrimonial law (divorce and legal separation), insurance disputes, appeals, and alternative dispute resolution. Throughout her career, she has settled numerous cases, demonstrating her commitment to achieving favorable outcomes for her clients. Ms. Bolin understands the value of a great settlement and will provide honest advice on the feasibility of pursuing a case. She will guide you on when to fight and when to consider alternative options, always working towards accomplishing your legal objectives.
Notable cases handled by Ms. Bolin include Louis Capital Markets, LP v. Refco Group Ltd., LLC, et al., 9 Misc.3d 283, 801 N.Y.S.2d 490 (N.Y.Co. 2005) involving corporate espionage, unfair business practices, and employees’ fiduciary duties to their employer; Giordano v. Thomson, et al., 438 F. Supp.2d 35 (E.D.N.Y. 2005); 2005 WL 4147932; 2006 WL 1882917; and Davis v. Commercial Bank of New York, 275 F.Supp.2d 418 (S.D.N.Y. 2003) dealing with unwritten ERISA Plans and unjust enrichment.
Experience Where it Counts
With a proven track record of successful verdicts in both New York and California, Ngozi Bolin, Esq. is a highly accomplished trial attorney. Her clientele spans a diverse range, including individuals from all walks of life, families, businesses, and high net worth individuals. Notably, she played a pivotal role in the Cremin, et al v. Merrill Lynch Pierce, et al. class action lawsuit, securing multimillion-dollar awards and settlements for her clients.
Throughout her career, Ngozi Bolin, Esq. has handled a variety of notable cases that have been widely reported. Some of these cases include:
Louis Capital Markets, LP v. Refco Group Ltd., LLC, et al., 9 Misc.3d 283, 801 N.Y.S.2d 490 (N.Y.Co. 2005): This case involved corporate espionage, unfair business practices, and employees’ fiduciary duties to their employer.
Giordano v. Thomson, et al., 438 F. Supp.2d 35 (E.D.N.Y. 2005); 2005 WL 4147932; 2006 WL 1882917: Ngozi Bolin, Esq. successfully represented clients in this case, achieving favorable outcomes.
Davis v. Commercial Bank of New York, 275 F. Supp.2d 418 (S.D.N.Y. 2003): This case revolved around unwritten ERISA plans and unjust enrichment, where Ms. Bolin skillfully advocated for her clients.
In addition to her successes in high-profile cases, Ngozi Bolin, Esq. has a commendable record of securing favorable verdicts in medical malpractice, real estate, personal injury, contract, business disputes, and various other legal matters. Her clients consistently express their satisfaction with the outcomes achieved through her skilled representation.
EDUCATION/BAR ADMISSIONS
- 2021 Harvard Extension School: Human Resources Management
- 2013 Admitted to California Bar
- 2006 Admitted to the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit
- 1991 Admitted to New York State Bar
- 1991 Admitted to the United States District Courts New York
- 1989 Admitted as Barrister & Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria
- 1989 BL Honors: Barrister & Solicitor At Law (Nigerian Law School)
- 1988 LL.B. Honors (J.D. Equivalent): Top 1% of Class (Imo State University, Nigeria)
- 1984 H.S.C., Federal School of Arts & Science: Top 1% of Class (Nigeria)
SPECIAL HONORS MENTION
- Mar 30, 2017: Honored by the United States Department of Agriculture for sharing expertise, knowledge, and personal reflections on “Honoring Trailblazing Women in Labor and Business” in celebration of the 2017 National Women’s History Month.
Simple
The law is complicated and ever-changing. I provide you with clear and concise up-to-date advice in a way you can understand. I coach lawyers to get the best outcome for their clients.
Cost Effective
No contract. No retainer. No commitment. An experienced trial attorney at your service, to answer your questions for a simple deeply discounted flat fee.
Trusted
With over 29 years of experience in litigation, settlements, jury and bench trials, I am dedicated to providing you with the best legal advice and coaching possible.
Author of the Law Made Simple Series
Ms. Bolin has written 15 plain-English legal guides covering landlord and tenant law, HOAs, toxic mold, bankruptcy, asset protection, consumer rights, employment, family law, personal injury, representing yourself in court, hosting children at home and everyday legal questions in New York and California. Each book explains how the law works and what you can do about it, before a problem becomes expensive. The series is published by Pantraxxa, where you can also find her author page.
