Atty. Edward Griffith
Edward Griffith, founder of The Griffith Firm, has over 30 years of experience representing clients across Europe, Asia, Latin America, and North America in state and federal courts throughout the United States. Edward has successfully handled cases at both trial and appellate levels, covering a wide range of practice areas such as complex commercial litigation, intellectual property, entertainment law, securities and commodities litigation and arbitration, shareholder litigation, civil rights, international dispute resolution, legal malpractice, and insurance coverage.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 42+ Years Experience
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About Edward Griffith at a Glance
Edward Griffith is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at The Griffith Firm. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, ip, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in New York (1984), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1984), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1984), and District of Columbia (1987). Educated at New York University (J.D., 1983) and Yale University (B.A., 1979). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Edward Griffith
- Edward Griffith, founder of The Griffith Firm, has over 30 years of experience representing clients across Europe, Asia, Latin America, and North America in state and federal courts throughout the United States
- Edward has successfully handled cases at both trial and appellate levels, covering a wide range of practice areas such as complex commercial litigation, intellectual property, entertainment law, securities and commodities litigation and arbitration, shareholder litigation, civil rights, international dispute resolution, legal malpractice, and insurance coverage
- In addition to litigation, The Griffith Firm provides representation for domestic and international clients in various transactional matters
Practice Areas Explained
Edward Griffith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edward Griffith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Contracts in New York
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Business & Corporate Law in New York
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Intellectual Property in New York
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Civil Litigation in New York
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Civil Rights in New York
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in New York
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 New York 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-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 New York Choose Edward Griffith
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 Edward Griffith's practice in the field of contracts, business, ip, litigation, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Edward Griffith brings 42+ 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 New York, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, Edward Griffith can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, business, and ip, Edward Griffith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Edward Griffith attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Edward Griffith Handles in New York
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