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Commercial Litigation Lawyer Long Island

Know Your Court Before You Make a Move

Talk with a Long Island commercial litigation lawyer who explains your court, your options, and what comes next.

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Credentials You Can Check Yourself

Licensed in Three States

Licensed in New York, New Jersey, Florida, and federal courts, so cross-border vendor or customer disputes stay with one firm.

Direct Attorney Access

You speak directly with a Long Island commercial litigation attorney who knows your case, not a paralegal or intake coordinator.

Former Prosecutor Trial Experience

Amanda Baron-Frank, a former criminal prosecutor, has prosecuted and defended hundreds of cases, so courtrooms are familiar ground.

Deal Drafting Meets Litigation

We review and draft agreements as well as litigate them, so your lawyer understands how the deal was built.

Long Island Commercial Litigation Attorney

When a Long Island Business Dispute Turns Legal

A customer stops paying. A partner starts making decisions without you. A landlord sends a default notice, or a summons lands on your desk. If that's your week, you need a commercial litigation attorney on Long Island, and you need someone who explains things before asking you to decide anything.

We're The Frank Law Firm P.C., a commercial litigation law firm on Long Island representing both plaintiffs and defendants in contract disputes, partnership and shareholder conflicts, unpaid debts, business torts, and commercial real estate matters. We handle cases in Nassau and Suffolk Supreme Court and in federal court, and we serve owners from Franklin Square and Massapequa Park to Huntington, Dix Hills, St. James, and Holtsville.

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Business Litigation Lawyer Long Island

Your Business Keeps Running While We Work

You shouldn't have to choose between running your company and handling a lawsuit, and with the right plan from day one, you don't.
You find out early whether your dispute qualifies for the Commercial Division in Nassau or Suffolk.
You get a plan built around cash flow, timeline, and the customer or partner relationship you may still need.
You get an update when something actually changes, in language you can follow, not a stack of motions to decode.
You get a candid read on whether to negotiate, mediate, or sue, including whether a judgment could realistically be collected.
A dispute reaching into New Jersey or Florida stays with us, so you never start over with another firm.
You know up front how billing works and what each stage is likely to involve, with no surprise bills.

IN OUR CLIENTS’ WORDS

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The Frank Law Firm provided me with legal advice and guidance during a difficult situation. I came to them to review and explain a legal contract I had signed. Amanda was very knowledgeable and explained the document thoroughly. She was very reassuring, and honest in answering all my questions. I would highly recommend to anyone seeking legal representation to reach out to this firm.
Alyssa S

Commercial Dispute Lawyer Long Island

A Clear Roadmap for Your Long Island Dispute

  1. Tell Us What Happened
    Call 516-246-5577 or request a quote. Bring contracts, invoices, correspondence, and a timeline so we can see the full picture.
  2. Get a Candid Case Evaluation
    We weigh the amount, the evidence, the court, and whether a judgment is collectible, then lay out realistic options.
  3. Move Forward With a Plan
    We outline the stages, from demand letter through mediation or trial, so you know the path and where decisions happen.
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A LITTLE CLARITY

Frequently asked
questions.

Have a question about your situation? Start with a conversation.

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How much does a commercial litigation attorney on Long Island typically cost?

Most commercial litigators in New York bill hourly, and we do too. What you'll pay depends on the scope of the dispute, how hard the other side pushes back, and how many stages it goes through: demand letter, pleadings, discovery, mediation, and possibly trial. We won't throw out a number before we've seen your documents. What we will do is explain how billing works at the start, break the likely path into stages, and tell you honestly when a stage may not be worth the spend. Be careful about choosing any Long Island commercial litigation attorney on the lowest hourly rate alone. Ask for the plan, then compare. You can request a free quote on this page.

What is the Commercial Division, and will my Nassau or Suffolk case qualify?

The Commercial Division is a specialized part of New York Supreme Court for larger business disputes. To qualify, your case has to be the right type, such as breach of contract, fiduciary duty, shareholder or partnership disputes, or commercial real property transactions, and it has to clear a dollar threshold set by county. In Nassau County that's $200,000. In Suffolk County it's $100,000. Interest, costs, and counsel fees don't count toward it, and some corporate-governance cases are exempt. Because the thresholds are set by court rule and can change, we confirm the current figure for your case before anything is filed.

When should I call a business lawsuit lawyer on Long Island after being served?

As soon as you have the papers, or sooner. A summons carries a deadline to respond, and missing it can seriously hurt your position, so don't set it aside hoping it resolves on its own. Call us before you answer, before you send a demand, and before you sign any settlement. In the meantime, keep every email, text, invoice, and contract, and don't delete anything, even if it looks unhelpful. A business lawsuit lawyer on Long Island can often spot a defense, a counterclaim, or a contract clause that changes your position in the first conversation. Waiting rarely improves anything.

How long does a commercial lawsuit take on Long Island, and can it settle early?

There's no honest single answer, because it depends on the facts, the other side, and the court. Some disputes settle after a demand letter or a motion. Others go through discovery and mediation, and a smaller number reach trial. Court calendars matter too, and in Suffolk County a case can stretch for months if nobody keeps it moving. We plan for both settlement and trial from day one, so you're never negotiating from a weak position. No lawyer can promise an outcome, and we won't. What we can do is tell you where your case likely sits.

Does a Long Island commercial litigation law firm need to be licensed in other states?

Not always, but it helps more often than you'd think. Many Long Island businesses buy from Manhattan or New Jersey suppliers, sell to customers in Florida, or have owners who split time between states. Contracts often name where a dispute must be heard, and that clause can pull you out of Nassau or Suffolk entirely. We're licensed in New York, New Jersey, Florida, and federal courts, so a cross-border dispute doesn't mean hiring a second firm and re-explaining everything. If your contract has a venue or forum-selection clause, bring it to us first.

What should I bring to a first meeting with a Long Island commercial litigation attorney?

Bring whatever shows the story: the contract or lease, invoices, emails and texts, any demand letter or summons, corporate documents like an operating or shareholder agreement, and a rough timeline of what happened and when. Don't worry if it's messy or incomplete. We'd rather see everything than a polished summary. On the first call, we'll ask what outcome you want, what's at stake for your cash flow, and whether you'd like to preserve the relationship. Then one of our attorneys, not an intake coordinator, will tell you where you stand and what your options look like. Call 516-246-5577 and we'll take it from there.

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