Atty. Frank V. Floriani

Atty. Frank V. Floriani

Frank Floriani is a member of the firm and leads Sullivan Papain’s Product Liability and Complex Litigation department. A highly effective and deeply experienced litigator, Mr.

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Frank V. Floriani is a personal injury and product liability attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Sullivan Papain Block McManus Coffinas & Cannavo PC. Educated at Hofstra University (J.D., 1977) and University of Dayton (BS, 1972). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Frank Floriani is a member of the firm and leads Sullivan Papain’s Product Liability and Complex Litigation department. A highly effective and deeply experienced litigator, Mr. Floriani takes pride in helping clients who are in the midst of challenging and often life-altering circumstances. His efforts have helped those clients recover tens of millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements.

Mr. Floriani’s skills cross a broad legal spectrum, and he has guided an array of litigation matters, including cases involving defectively designed products, professional liability, maritime-related claims, construction site accidents, aviation disasters, railway worker claims, and toxic torts. His work also has set precedents in New York state – including the landmark Friedman v. State of New York, a seminal case on government liability for accidents stemming from poor roadway design. A second-generation lawyer, Mr. Floriani joined Sullivan Papain in 1979 and has been a member of the firm since 1986.

Areas of Practice
  • Plaintiff’s Personal Injury
  • Construction Accidents
  • Municipal Liability
  • Premises Liability
  • Product Liability
  • Mass Torts
  • Maritime Casualties
  • Professional Liability

    Practice Areas Explained

    Frank V. Floriani's Areas of Practice

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

    Personal Injury

    Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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    Product Liability

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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 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 Frank V. Floriani

    Where is Frank V. Floriani's law office located?
    Frank V. Floriani's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Sullivan Papain Block McManus Coffinas & Cannavo PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
    What practice areas does Frank V. Floriani handle?
    Frank V. Floriani focuses on personal injury, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
    Where did Frank V. Floriani go to law school?
    Frank V. Floriani earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (BS, 1972).
    How can I contact Frank V. Floriani for a consultation?
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    What awards or recognition has Frank V. Floriani received?
    Frank V. Floriani's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers magazine as one of the top lawyers in New York; Best Lawyers in America — Highest Rating (AV) from Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rating.

    Education

    J.D.
    Hofstra University
    - 1977
    BS
    University of Dayton
    - 1972

    Awards

    Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers magazine as one of the top lawyers in New York
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Highest Rating (AV) from Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rating
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Verdicts Hall of Fame
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — New York City Products Liability Lawyer of the Year, 2015
    - 2026
    Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (New York City)
    - 2015

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