Atty. Fran Iris Lawless
Fran Iris Lawless is a lawyer practicing communications / media, entertainment, construction / development and 5 other areas of law. Fran received a B.S. degree from Syracuse University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years.
Communications & Media & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 39+ Years Experience
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About Fran Iris Lawless at a Glance
Fran Iris Lawless is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Kagan Lubic Lepper Finkelstein & Gold, LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on real estate, hoa, litigation, landlord/tenant, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York (1987), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1987), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1987). Educated at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University (J.D., 1986) and Syracuse University (B.S., 1982). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Fran Iris Lawless
- Fran Iris Lawless is a lawyer practicing communications / media, entertainment, construction / development and 5 other areas of law
- Fran received a B.S. degree from Syracuse University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Fran practices at Kagan Lubic Lepper Finkelstein & Gold, LLP in New York, NY
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Fran Iris Lawless's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Fran Iris Lawless handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Real Estate Law in New York
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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HOA & Condominium Law in New York
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Civil Litigation in New York
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Landlord & Tenant in New York
Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.
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Entertainment & Sports Law in New York
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
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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 Fran Iris Lawless
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 Fran Iris Lawless's practice in the field of real estate, hoa, litigation, landlord/tenant, and entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Fran Iris Lawless brings 39+ 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, Fran Iris Lawless can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering real estate, hoa, and litigation, Fran Iris Lawless 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 Fran Iris Lawless 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 Fran Iris Lawless Handles in New York
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