Atty. Franco Azzopardi
Franco Azzopardi is a lawyer practicing appeals, bankruptcy / chapter 7, mergers and acquisitions and 3 other areas of law. Franco received a B.Com. degree from University of Melbourne, Australia in 1996, and has been licensed for 22 years.
Appeals & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 22+ Years Experience
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About Franco Azzopardi at a Glance
Franco Azzopardi is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, ip, bankruptcy, m&a, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York (2004). Educated at University of Melbourne Law School, Australia (LL.B., 1997) and University of Melbourne, Australia (B.Com., 1996). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Franco Azzopardi
- Franco Azzopardi is a lawyer practicing appeals, bankruptcy / chapter 7, mergers and acquisitions and 3 other areas of law
- Franco received a B.Com. degree from University of Melbourne, Australia in 1996, and has been licensed for 22 years
- Franco practices at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Franco Azzopardi's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Franco Azzopardi handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in New York
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Intellectual Property in New York
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in New York
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in New York
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Appellate Practice in New York
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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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 Franco Azzopardi
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 Franco Azzopardi's practice in the field of chapter 7, ip, bankruptcy, m&a, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Franco Azzopardi brings 22+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering chapter 7, ip, and bankruptcy, Franco Azzopardi 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 Franco Azzopardi attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Franco Azzopardi Handles in New York
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