Commercial Litigation
When the stakes are high, our team of experienced trial attorneys are unmatched in case preparation and prosecution. We specialize in complex commercial litigation disputes for both small companies and large multinational corporations.Commercial litigation cases are legal disputes related to business issues including contract disputes. Commercial business dealings and relations often veer off course and result in costly litigation. When a party cannot resolve the issues through negotiation the party may find that litigation is the only way to bring final closure to the matter.
It is critical that your organization has capable legal counsel at its side so that you know your interests will be protected. We represent a wide range of companies around the world including: national corporations, small businesses, startups and individuals in the federal courts and in the state courts. Our top-rated trial attorneys can provide the strong representation your company needs.
Our mission is to cost-effectively resolve your dispute to avoid litigation. In the event that litigation is required, our trial team will vigorously guide you to resolution at a total cost below that of most other firms. As business owners ourselves, we understand your needs and will fight strategically to protect your interests.
Criminal Law
When you are represented by our firm, we are accessible 24/7 for all of your questions and concerns. You can expect high-quality representation and know that you will always receive individualized attention. If you have been accused of a crime, you need a legal expert with the knowledge, confidence, and experience to speak for you and your rights. It is crucial to contact us for advice prior to your communicating with authorities.
We have you covered in the following areas:
Business / Corporation
We also counsel our clients regarding statutory and regulatory compliance, taxation issues, employment and labor issues, corporate governance, as well as provide transactional advice such as: mergers and acquisitions, banking transactions, business reorganization, and corporate finance and securities law.
As leading legal experts in business law, we take pride in investing in our clients and take part in overseeing overall company wellness in an effort to create a life-long professional relationship.
Specialized Areas of Practice include
Entertainment, Sports & Media
The lawyers at Lawrence Novak & Associates combine decades of experience representing and advising national as well as global media companies and individuals in the entertainment, sports, and media industries.
Entertainment law requires in-depth knowledge across legal fields such as privacy law, business law, contract law, licensing, trademark registration, copyright, and more. Our team of entertainment attorneys excel in advising and servicing clients from a wide array of entertainment based industries including: fashion, sports, music, TV, radio, and film.
Our clients receive intimate counseling from our lawyers throughout their entire legal case process
We specialize in:
Contract/Advisory, Music, Film & Television, Publishing, Intellectual Property, Licensing Trademark and Fashion
Employment & Labor
In the current economic climate, many employees worldwide are concerned with job security. Many feel that the careers they have built may be at risk should they complain or voice concern about illegal labor practices, wage and hour violations, or other discriminatory actions taken against them. Our New York labor and employment attorneys handle various claims including: wrongful termination, employment contracts, wage & hour and overtime, failure to pay commissions, harassment, discrimination, Retaliation, Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), executive compensation and severance agreements, restrictive covenants: non compete, non disclosure, non solicitation, whistleblower claims and grievances.
Our employment lawyers also provide in-house and virtual seminars for our client’s management and HR teams to foster a healthy work environment and to create sustainable employment policies and mitigate the risk of employment or labor related legal issues.
Personal Injury
Personal injury law, also known as tort law, refers to all laws and regulations designed to protect individuals and property in the event of injury or damage due to another party’s negligence or failure to act.
While accidents and mishaps do occur, that understanding does not always make up for the pain and damages that can result from a severe accident to a loved one. A personal injury claim seeks to find the party at fault legally and receive some form of monetary damage awards.
Whether it be an accident on the job or even an injury caused by medical professionals (medical malpractice), our attorneys are ready to guide you through recourse with sensitivity to your situation and determination to seek the best outcome in court.
Real Estate
With the complexities and nuances of selling or purchasing real estate, you are safer having an attorney you can trust to draft contracts and negotiate for you rather than attempting to do this yourself. Our experienced and highly rated legal experts are here to assist you or your business in every aspect of your residential or commercial transaction in the United States of America.
We represent business owners and individuals. Whether you are looking to buy or sell real property, It is critical to have an experienced attorney on your team to effectively negotiate the terms of the deal, order a title report to raise any issues with the property, seller or purchaser, and give special attention to the closing disclosure.
Our priority is to always protect our clients by taking the necessary steps to conduct due diligence, keep the process going, and to close the transaction with no lasting issues.
Bankruptcy Law
Did you know that an experienced bankruptcy attorney can often protect some of a person’s property and assets through proper planning? It’s true.
This is why it is so important to contact us if you are thinking about filing for bankruptcy. Our Of Counsel Attorney, Lawrence Novak, has more than 25 years of experience tracking and dealing with bankruptcy law in the United States and beyond.
Depending on your particular financial situation, needs and goals, our personal bankruptcy attorneys can file a Chapter 7, Chapter 11 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy on your behalf.
Immigration Law
Flokas and our team are always ready to help you and your family achieve success with your immigration matter. While navigating the rapidly changing immigration system can be a stressful and complicated experience, we are here to guide and help you with any of your needs. Whether you are seeking assistance with preparing petitions for visas, green cards, adjustment of status, work permits, or citizenship applications, or deportation defense, we are ready to handle your immigration matter.
When you are represented by our firm, we are accessible 24/7 for all of your questions and concerns. You can expect high-quality representation and know that you will always receive individualized attention.
If you want direct access to a New York immigration lawyer, call us to schedule a consultation to review and discuss your case options and see what course of action would be best for you and your family.
