Atty. Gregory A. Franklin

Atty. Gregory A. Franklin

Selected for inclusion in the New York Super Lawyers Upstate Edition, 2008, 2009, 2010. Editor-in-Chief, Fordham University School of Law Moot Court Board.

Rochester Rochester 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Gregory A. Franklin at a glance

Gregory A. Franklin is a Partner based in Rochester, New York, practicing at Ashcraft & Franklin LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on adoption and civil rights. Admitted to practice in New York (1985) and U.S. District Court, Western District of New York (1985). Educated at Fordham University (J.D. Editor, 1984) and Grinnell College (A.B. Political, 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of American Academy of Adoption Attorneys. Serands clients in Rochester, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Selected for inclusion in the New York Super Lawyers Upstate Edition, 2008, 2009, 2010
  • Editor-in-Chief, Fordham University School of Law Moot Court Board
  • Best National Brief, 1983, Jessup International Law Moot Court
  • Founding Member, Adoption Resource Network, Inc. Chairman, Regional Advisory Council of the New York State Division of Human Rights

Frequent Lecturer

  • Adoption-Related topics
  • Continuing Legal Education Seminars
  • Bar Associations
  • Parent Groups
  • Authored, numerous articles on adoption-related topics
  • Expert Witness in Adoption-Related Litigation
  • Past Chair, Regional Advisory Counsel, New York State Division of Human Rights
  • Past Chair, Adoption Resource Network at Hillside Children's Center, Rochester, New York

Practice Areas Explained

Gregory A. Franklin's Areas of Practice

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

Adoption

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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 Rochester 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 Gregory A. Franklin

Where is Gregory A. Franklin's law office located?
Gregory A. Franklin's law practice is located in Rochester, New York. The firm is Ashcraft & Franklin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gregory A. Franklin handle?
Gregory A. Franklin focuses on adoption, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Gregory A. Franklin practiced law?
Gregory A. Franklin has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Gregory A. Franklin go to law school?
Gregory A. Franklin earned their education at (J.D. Editor, 1984); (A.B. Political, 1978).
How can I contact Gregory A. Franklin for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Gregory A. Franklin received?
Gregory A. Franklin's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. Editor
Fordham University
- 1984
A.B. Political
Grinnell College
- 1978

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
Admitted: 1985

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