Atty. Eric Lawson

Atty. Eric Lawson

Eric Lawson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Alternative Dispute Resolution and Commercial Litigation. Eric, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2026.

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Profile Summary

About Eric Lawson at a glance

Eric Lawson is a business, litigation, and adr attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Morrison Foerster. Educated at New York University (—, 2013). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Alternative Dispute Resolution (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Eric Lawson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Alternative Dispute Resolution and Commercial Litigation
  • Eric, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2026
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Eric is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Eric Lawson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Lawson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Eric Lawson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New York →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Eric Lawson is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New York →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Eric Lawson is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in New York →

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Eric Lawson

Where is Eric Lawson's law office located?
Eric Lawson's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Morrison Foerster. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric Lawson handle?
Eric Lawson focuses on business, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
Where did Eric Lawson go to law school?
Eric Lawson earned their education at (—, 2013).
How can I contact Eric Lawson for a consultation?
You can contact Eric Lawson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Eric Lawson received?
Eric Lawson's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Alternative Dispute Resolution; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation.

Education

New York University
- 2013

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Alternative Dispute Resolution
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026

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